US Bridges

SH 6 over Davis Branch

Good

McLennan County, Texas · 8.9 MI SE of Bosque Cl · Structure no. 091610025808028

Built
1932
93 years old, rebuilt 2023
Condition
Good
inspected December 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
10,355
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 6 over Davis Branch is a concrete culvert carrying SH 6 over Davis Branch in McLennan County, Texas. It was built in 1932 and reconstructed in 2023, 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 10,355 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,740 by 2042. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long and 65 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesSH 6
CrossesDavis Branch
Location8.9 MI SE of Bosque Cl
RouteState Highway 6
StateTexas
Coordinates31.5915, -97.33291
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionDecember 2024
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 geometry6: Equal to present minimum 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
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width65 ft (19.7 m)
Roadway width51 ft (15.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,355 (2023)
Projected traffic15,740 by 2042
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-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 SH 6 over Davis Branch built?

It was built in 1932, making it 93 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2023.

What condition is SH 6 over Davis 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 2024.

How much traffic does SH 6 over Davis Branch carry?

About 10,355 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is SH 6 over Davis Branch?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 65 ft wide.

Who owns SH 6 over Davis Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.