US Bridges

US 96 over Long Hollow

Good

Jasper County, Texas · 2.60 MI N of US 190 · Structure no. 201220006408044

Built
1937
88 years old, rebuilt 1969
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
23 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
9,225
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 96 over Long Hollow is a concrete culvert carrying US 96 over Long Hollow in Jasper County, Texas. It was built in 1937 and reconstructed in 1969, so it is 88 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 9,225 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,840 by 2033. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesUS 96
CrossesLong Hollow
Location2.60 MI N of US 190
RouteU.S. Route 96
StateTexas
Coordinates30.94937, -93.99503
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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 inspectionMarch 2024
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
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 length23 ft (7 m)
Longest span5 ft (1.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,225 (2022)
Projected traffic9,840 by 2033
Trucks18%
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 proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$38,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 96 over Long Hollow built?

It was built in 1937, making it 88 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1969.

What condition is US 96 over Long Hollow 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does US 96 over Long Hollow carry?

About 9,225 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.

How long is US 96 over Long Hollow?

The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m).

Who owns US 96 over Long Hollow?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.