US Bridges

SH 322 over Mitchell Branch

Fair

Gregg County, Texas · 0.30 MI SW of SH 149 · Structure no. 100930059401007

Built
1947
78 years old, rebuilt 1982
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
30 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
10,852
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 322 over Mitchell Branch is a concrete culvert carrying SH 322 over Mitchell Branch in Gregg County, Texas. It was built in 1947 and reconstructed in 1982, so it is 78 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 10,852 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,710 by 2033. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesSH 322
CrossesMitchell Branch
Location0.30 MI SW of SH 149
RouteState Highway 322
CountyGregg County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.41201, -94.71143
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadH 15
Structure length30 ft (9.1 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,852 (2018)
Projected traffic15,710 by 2033
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SH 322 over Mitchell Branch built?

It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1982.

What condition is SH 322 over Mitchell Branch in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in November 2024.

How much traffic does SH 322 over Mitchell Branch carry?

About 10,852 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is SH 322 over Mitchell Branch?

The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns SH 322 over Mitchell Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.