US Bridges

SH 6 over Tabor Branch

Good

Hamilton County, Texas · 1.4 MI E of SH 220 · Structure no. 090980025803009

Built
1935
90 years old, rebuilt 1985
Condition
Good
inspected January 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
5,276
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 6 over Tabor Branch is a concrete culvert carrying SH 6 over Tabor Branch in Hamilton County, Texas. It was built in 1935 and reconstructed in 1985, so it is 90 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 5,276 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,703 by 2039. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesSH 6
CrossesTabor Branch
Location1.4 MI E of SH 220
RouteState Highway 6
StateTexas
Coordinates31.98144, -98.00606
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
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 length27 ft (8.2 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 traffic5,276 (2019)
Projected traffic7,703 by 2039
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$289,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SH 6 over Tabor Branch built?

It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1985.

What condition is SH 6 over Tabor Branch in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in January 2023.

How much traffic does SH 6 over Tabor Branch carry?

About 5,276 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is SH 6 over Tabor Branch?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns SH 6 over Tabor Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.