SH 144 over Fall Branch
GoodHood County, Texas · 2.5 MI S of US 377 · Structure no. 021120038504001
- Built
- 1938
- 87 years old, rebuilt 2008
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 12,104
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 144 over Fall Branch is a concrete culvert carrying SH 144 over Fall Branch in Hood County, Texas. It was built in 1938 and reconstructed in 2008, so it is 87 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 12,104 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,700 by 2038. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.8 mi (48 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 144 over Fall Branch built?
It was built in 1938, making it 87 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2008.
What condition is SH 144 over Fall 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does SH 144 over Fall Branch carry?
About 12,104 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is SH 144 over Fall Branch?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).
Who owns SH 144 over Fall Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.