US Bridges

SH 164 over Ezell Branch

Good

Limestone County, Texas · 10.85 MI E of SH 14 · Structure no. 091470041304019

Built
1943
82 years old, rebuilt 1980
Condition
Good
inspected December 2022
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
34 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,756
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 164 over Ezell Branch is a concrete culvert carrying SH 164 over Ezell Branch in Limestone County, Texas. It was built in 1943 and reconstructed in 1980, so it is 82 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 2,756 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,660 by 2038. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long and 60 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesSH 164
CrossesEzell Branch
Location10.85 MI E of SH 14
RouteState Highway 164
CountyLimestone County
StateTexas
Coordinates31.50933, -96.35467
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 inspectionDecember 2022
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44.6 US tons
Inventory rating26.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length34 ft (10.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width60 ft (18.4 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,756 (2020)
Projected traffic4,660 by 2038
Trucks23%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$400,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SH 164 over Ezell Branch built?

It was built in 1943, making it 82 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1980.

What condition is SH 164 over Ezell 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 December 2022.

How much traffic does SH 164 over Ezell Branch carry?

About 2,756 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.

How long is SH 164 over Ezell Branch?

The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 60 ft wide.

Who owns SH 164 over Ezell Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.