US Bridges

FM 315 over Mcfarland Branch

Fair

Henderson County, Texas · 1.80 MI N of SH 31 · Structure no. 101080055902005

Built
1948
77 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
1,629
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 315 over Mcfarland Branch is a concrete culvert carrying FM 315 over Mcfarland Branch in Henderson County, Texas. It was built in 1948, so it is 77 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 5 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 1,629 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,290 by 2033. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 315
CrossesMcfarland Branch
Location1.80 MI N of SH 31
RouteState Highway 315
CountyHenderson County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.3324, -95.47465
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
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 geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
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 length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width27 ft (8.3 m)
Roadway width23 ft (7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,629 (2020)
Projected traffic2,290 by 2033
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
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 proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$1,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 315 over Mcfarland Branch built?

It was built in 1948, making it 77 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 315 over Mcfarland 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does FM 315 over Mcfarland Branch carry?

About 1,629 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FM 315 over Mcfarland Branch?

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

Who owns FM 315 over Mcfarland Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.