CO RD 1 over Kent Branch
GoodLavaca County, Texas · 2.90 MI NW of FM 531 · Structure no. 131430AA0353003
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 71 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 100
- 2014 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
CO RD 1 over Kent Branch is a prestressed concrete box beam or girders - multiple carrying CO RD 1 over Kent Branch in Lavaca County, Texas. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 100 vehicles a day, projected to reach 200 by 2034. The structure is 71 ft (21.6 m) long and 20 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was CO RD 1 over Kent Branch built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.
What condition is CO RD 1 over Kent 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does CO RD 1 over Kent Branch carry?
About 100 vehicles per day (2014 count).
How long is CO RD 1 over Kent Branch?
The structure is 71 ft (21.6 m) long with a longest span of 35 ft (10.7 m) and a deck 20 ft wide.
Who owns CO RD 1 over Kent Branch?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.