US Bridges

FM 148 over Anthony Branch

Fair

Kaufman County, Texas · 2.30 MI SE of US 175 · Structure no. 181300075102027

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
23 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
7,677
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 148 over Anthony Branch is a concrete culvert carrying FM 148 over Anthony Branch in Kaufman County, Texas. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 5 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 7,677 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,780 by 2042. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long and 55 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 148
CrossesAnthony Branch
Location2.30 MI SE of US 175
RouteState Highway 148
CountyKaufman County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.60189, -96.43888
Functional classRural Major Collector

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.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
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 geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
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 spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length23 ft (7 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width55 ft (16.9 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,677 (2019)
Projected traffic17,780 by 2042
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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 proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$1,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 148 over Anthony Branch built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 148 over Anthony 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does FM 148 over Anthony Branch carry?

About 7,677 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is FM 148 over Anthony Branch?

The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 55 ft wide.

Who owns FM 148 over Anthony Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.