US Bridges

US 96 over Goode Branch

Fair

Jasper County, Texas · 0.20 MI NE of US 96 Bus E · Structure no. 201220006504012

Built
1933
92 years old, rebuilt 1990
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
23 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
13,004
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 96 over Goode Branch is a concrete culvert carrying US 96 over Goode Branch in Jasper County, Texas. It was built in 1933 and reconstructed in 1990, so it is 92 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 13,004 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,685 by 2042. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 96
CrossesGoode Branch
Location0.20 MI NE of US 96 Bus E
RouteU.S. Route 96
CountyJasper County
StateTexas
Coordinates30.42941, -93.97983
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 inspectionApril 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 traffic13,004 (2022)
Projected traffic17,685 by 2042
Trucks14%
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 96 over Goode Branch built?

It was built in 1933, making it 92 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1990.

What condition is US 96 over Goode 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does US 96 over Goode Branch carry?

About 13,004 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is US 96 over Goode Branch?

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

Who owns US 96 over Goode Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.