US Bridges

Loop 340 over Trib Brazos River

Good

McLennan County, Texas · 1.00 MI N of SH 6 · Structure no. 091610236201001

Built
1965
60 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
31 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
15,255
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Loop 340 over Trib Brazos River is a concrete culvert carrying Loop 340 over Trib Brazos River in McLennan County, Texas. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 15,255 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,180 by 2030. 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 Brazos River
Location1.00 MI N of SH 6
RouteState Highway 340
StateTexas
Coordinates31.5615, -97.06781
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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
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
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 span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15,255 (2023)
Projected traffic19,180 by 2030
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
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 statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Loop 340 over Trib Brazos River built?

It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.

What condition is Loop 340 over Trib 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 December 2024.

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

About 15,255 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is Loop 340 over Trib Brazos River?

The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).

Who owns Loop 340 over Trib Brazos River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.