US Bridges

FM 3047 over Trib Middle Bosque River

Good

McLennan County, Texas · 6.3 MI NE of SH 317 · Structure no. 091610312901003

Built
1976
49 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
33 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,102
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 3047 over Trib Middle Bosque River is a concrete culvert carrying FM 3047 over Trib Middle Bosque River in McLennan County, Texas. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 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 1,102 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 760 by 2033. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesFM 3047
CrossesTrib Middle Bosque River
Location6.3 MI NE of SH 317
RouteState Highway 3047
StateTexas
Coordinates31.51777, -97.34905
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than 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 spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length33 ft (10.1 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width37 ft (11.4 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,102 (2023)
Projected traffic760 by 2033
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 FM 3047 over Trib Middle Bosque River built?

It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 3047 over Trib Middle Bosque 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 FM 3047 over Trib Middle Bosque River carry?

About 1,102 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is FM 3047 over Trib Middle Bosque River?

The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.

Who owns FM 3047 over Trib Middle Bosque River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.