US Bridges

Eichelberger Xing over Davis Branch

FairPosted for load

McLennan County, Texas · 1.15 MI N of FM 185 · Structure no. 091610AA0345002

Built
1940
85 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Wood or Timber
Length
30 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
674
2022 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Eichelberger Xing over Davis Branch is a wood or timber stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Eichelberger Xing over Davis Branch in McLennan County, Texas. It was built in 1940, so it is 85 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 674 vehicles a day, projected to reach 350 by 2032. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long and 20 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesEichelberger Xing
CrossesDavis Branch
Location1.15 MI N of FM 185
RouteCounty Highway 418
CountyMcLennan County
StateTexas
Coordinates31.60244, -97.30369
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating34 US tons
Inventory rating20.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialWood or Timber
DeckWood or timber
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length30 ft (9.1 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width20 ft (6.1 m)
Roadway width18 ft (5.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic674 (2022)
Projected traffic350 by 2032
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$208,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Eichelberger Xing over Davis Branch built?

It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025.

What condition is Eichelberger Xing over Davis Branch in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in February 2024.

How much traffic does Eichelberger Xing over Davis Branch carry?

About 674 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is Eichelberger Xing over Davis Branch?

The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m) and a deck 20 ft wide.

Who owns Eichelberger Xing over Davis Branch?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.