US Bridges

US 84 over Lucky Branch

Good

McLennan County, Texas · 1.3 MI NE of Lp 340 · Structure no. 091610016201004

Built
1932
93 years old, rebuilt 2002
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
33 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
18,838
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 84 over Lucky Branch is a concrete culvert carrying US 84 over Lucky Branch in McLennan County, Texas. It was built in 1932 and reconstructed in 2002, so it is 93 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 18,838 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 28,640 by 2037. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 84
CrossesLucky Branch
Location1.3 MI NE of Lp 340
RouteU.S. Route 84
CountyMcLennan County
StateTexas
Coordinates31.60954, -97.06884
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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
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
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length33 ft (10.1 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic18,838 (2020)
Projected traffic28,640 by 2037
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 Lucky Branch built?

It was built in 1932, making it 93 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2002.

What condition is US 84 over Lucky 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does US 84 over Lucky Branch carry?

About 18,838 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is US 84 over Lucky Branch?

The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US 84 over Lucky Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.