US Bridges

Bs 31H over Willow Branch

Good

Henderson County, Texas · 1.40 MI E of W Sl 7 · Structure no. 101080016304026

Built
1930
95 years old, rebuilt 1970
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
45 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
7,012
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Bs 31H over Willow Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Bs 31H over Willow Branch in Henderson County, Texas. It was built in 1930 and reconstructed in 1970, so it is 95 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 7,012 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,817 by 2041. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long and 101 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesBs 31H
CrossesWillow Branch
Location1.40 MI E of W Sl 7
RouteState Highway 31
CountyHenderson County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.19972, -95.88535
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 inspectionFebruary 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
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
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
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadH 15
Structure length45 ft (13.7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3.1 m)
Deck width101 ft (30.8 m)
Roadway width68 ft (20.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,012 (2021)
Projected traffic9,817 by 2041
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Bs 31H over Willow Branch built?

It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1970.

What condition is Bs 31H over Willow 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does Bs 31H over Willow Branch carry?

About 7,012 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Bs 31H over Willow Branch?

The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.1 m) and a deck 101 ft wide.

Who owns Bs 31H over Willow Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.