US Bridges

SH 199 over Snake Branch

Fair

Jack County, Texas · 1.2 MI SE of US-281 · Structure no. 021200017101001

Built
1931
94 years old, rebuilt 1960
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
40 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
2,268
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 199 over Snake Branch is a concrete culvert carrying SH 199 over Snake Branch in Jack County, Texas. It was built in 1931 and reconstructed in 1960, so it is 94 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 6 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 2,268 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,060 by 2033. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long and 53 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.8 mi (27 km).

Location

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CarriesSH 199
CrossesSnake Branch
Location1.2 MI SE of US-281
RouteState Highway 199
CountyJack County
StateTexas
Coordinates33.12487, -98.06162
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: 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 length40 ft (12.2 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width53 ft (16.2 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,268 (2020)
Projected traffic4,060 by 2033
Trucks19%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed16.8 mi (27 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 SH 199 over Snake Branch built?

It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1960.

What condition is SH 199 over Snake 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 SH 199 over Snake Branch carry?

About 2,268 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.

How long is SH 199 over Snake Branch?

The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 53 ft wide.

Who owns SH 199 over Snake Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.