US Bridges

Loop 340 over Trib of Brazos River

Good

McLennan County, Texas · 0.3 MI W of FM 2418 · Structure no. 091610231101004

Built
1978
47 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
31 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
23,976
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Loop 340 over Trib of Brazos River is a concrete culvert carrying Loop 340 over Trib of Brazos River in McLennan County, Texas. It was built in 1978, so it is 47 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 23,976 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 27,200 by 2033. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesLoop 340
CrossesTrib of Brazos River
Location0.3 MI W of FM 2418
RouteState Highway 340
StateTexas
Coordinates31.60138, -97.0933
Functional classUrban Other Principal 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 inspectionNovember 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
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 spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length31 ft (9.4 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic23,976 (2023)
Projected traffic27,200 by 2033
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
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 Loop 340 over Trib of Brazos River built?

It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.

What condition is Loop 340 over Trib of Brazos River 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does Loop 340 over Trib of Brazos River carry?

About 23,976 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is Loop 340 over Trib of Brazos River?

The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns Loop 340 over Trib of Brazos River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.