US Bridges

CR 3320 over Branch of Ash Creek

Good

Hill County, Texas · 1.80 MI SE of FM 744 · Structure no. 091100AA0192003

Built
1955
70 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
43 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
22
2015 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

CR 3320 over Branch of Ash Creek is a concrete culvert carrying CR 3320 over Branch of Ash Creek in Hill County, Texas. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 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 22 vehicles a day, projected to reach 50 by 2036. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).

CarriesCR 3320
CrossesBranch of Ash Creek
Location1.80 MI SE of FM 744
RouteCounty Highway 3320
StateTexas
Coordinates31.91949, -96.82932
Functional classRural Local

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 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans5
Design loadUnknown
Structure length43 ft (13.1 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic22 (2015)
Projected traffic50 by 2036
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.2 mi (18 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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$208,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was CR 3320 over Branch of Ash Creek built?

It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.

What condition is CR 3320 over Branch of Ash Creek 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 2024.

How much traffic does CR 3320 over Branch of Ash Creek carry?

About 22 vehicles per day (2015 count).

How long is CR 3320 over Branch of Ash Creek?

The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns CR 3320 over Branch of Ash Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.