US Bridges

SH 63 over Boggy Branch

Good

Jasper County, Texas · 1.55 MI W of US 190 · Structure no. 201220024402066

Built
1964
61 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
5,029
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 63 over Boggy Branch is a concrete culvert carrying SH 63 over Boggy Branch in Jasper County, Texas. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 5,029 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,990 by 2033. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long and 85 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesSH 63
CrossesBoggy Branch
Location1.55 MI W of US 190
RouteState Highway 63
StateTexas
Coordinates30.91418, -94.04329
Functional classRural Minor 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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
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
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
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
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width85 ft (26 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,029 (2022)
Projected traffic6,990 by 2033
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 63 over Boggy Branch built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 63 over Boggy 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does SH 63 over Boggy Branch carry?

About 5,029 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is SH 63 over Boggy Branch?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 85 ft wide.

Who owns SH 63 over Boggy Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.