SH 123 over Dry Branch
FairGuadalupe County, Texas · 4.3 MI S of JCT FM 758 · Structure no. 150950036602009
- Built
- 1928
- 97 years old, rebuilt 1980
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 27 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10,965
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 123 over Dry Branch is a concrete culvert carrying SH 123 over Dry Branch in Guadalupe County, Texas. It was built in 1928 and reconstructed in 1980, so it is 97 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 10,965 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,630 by 2033. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 123 over Dry Branch built?
It was built in 1928, making it 97 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1980.
What condition is SH 123 over Dry 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does SH 123 over Dry Branch carry?
About 10,965 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is SH 123 over Dry Branch?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).
Who owns SH 123 over Dry Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.