US Bridges

Lp 574 over Marlin Branch

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McLennan County, Texas · 0.55 Mi. E of IH 35 · Structure no. 091610004910153

Built
2014
11 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
155 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
5,316
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Lp 574 over Marlin Branch is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Lp 574 over Marlin Branch in McLennan County, Texas. It was built in 2014, so it is 11 years old, younger 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 5,316 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,900 by 2037. The structure is 155 ft (47.2 m) long and 122 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesLp 574
CrossesMarlin Branch
Location0.55 Mi. E of IH 35
RouteState Highway 574
CountyMcLennan County
StateTexas
Coordinates31.55758, -97.10816
Functional classUrban 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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1 (+2 approach)
Design loadHL 93
Structure length155 ft (47.2 m)
Longest span75 ft (22.9 m)
Deck width122 ft (37.1 m)
Roadway width119 ft (36.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,316 (2020)
Projected traffic5,900 by 2037
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Lp 574 over Marlin Branch built?

It was built in 2014, making it 11 years old in 2025.

What condition is Lp 574 over Marlin 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does Lp 574 over Marlin Branch carry?

About 5,316 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is Lp 574 over Marlin Branch?

The structure is 155 ft (47.2 m) long with a longest span of 75 ft (22.9 m) and a deck 122 ft wide.

Who owns Lp 574 over Marlin Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.