US Bridges

US 84 over Branch of Williams Creek

Good

McLennan County, Texas · 1.7 MI E of SH 31 · Structure no. 091610005601003

Built
1931
94 years old, rebuilt 2006
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
23 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
6,718
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 84 over Branch of Williams Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 84 over Branch of Williams Creek in McLennan County, Texas. It was built in 1931 and reconstructed in 2006, so it is 94 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 6,718 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,830 by 2037. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long and 85 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 84
CrossesBranch of Williams Creek
Location1.7 MI E of SH 31
RouteU.S. Route 84
CountyMcLennan County
StateTexas
Coordinates31.63181, -96.99976
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
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 geometry9: Superior to present desirable 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 spans4
Design loadH 15
Structure length23 ft (7 m)
Longest span5 ft (1.5 m)
Deck width85 ft (25.9 m)
Roadway width46 ft (14 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,718 (2020)
Projected traffic8,830 by 2037
Trucks12%
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 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 US 84 over Branch of Williams Creek built?

It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2006.

What condition is US 84 over Branch of Williams Creek 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does US 84 over Branch of Williams Creek carry?

About 6,718 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is US 84 over Branch of Williams Creek?

The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m) and a deck 85 ft wide.

Who owns US 84 over Branch of Williams Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.