US Bridges

Morris RD (cr 472) over East Carancahua Draw

Good

Matagorda County, Texas · 1.3 MI S of FM 616 · Structure no. 131580AA0190001

Built
2013
12 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
84 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
47
2022 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Morris RD (cr 472) over East Carancahua Draw is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Morris RD (cr 472) over East Carancahua Draw in Matagorda County, Texas. It was built in 2013, so it is 12 years old, younger 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 47 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 78 by 2042. The structure is 84 ft (25.6 m) long and 21 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesMorris RD (cr 472)
CrossesEast Carancahua Draw
Location1.3 MI S of FM 616
RouteCounty Highway 472
CountyMatagorda County
StateTexas
Coordinates28.8495, -96.28419
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating53 US tons
Inventory rating32 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length84 ft (25.6 m)
Longest span80 ft (24.4 m)
Deck width21 ft (6.5 m)
Roadway width20 ft (6.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic47 (2022)
Projected traffic78 by 2042
Trucks3%
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

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 Morris RD (cr 472) over East Carancahua Draw built?

It was built in 2013, making it 12 years old in 2025.

What condition is Morris RD (cr 472) over East Carancahua Draw 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does Morris RD (cr 472) over East Carancahua Draw carry?

About 47 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Morris RD (cr 472) over East Carancahua Draw?

The structure is 84 ft (25.6 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 21 ft wide.

Who owns Morris RD (cr 472) over East Carancahua Draw?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.