US Bridges

Mh 255/PATTERSONST over Branch Brushy Creek

Good

Montague County, Texas · 0.4 MI NE of Nelson ST · Structure no. 031690B00515009

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,032
2020 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Mh 255/PATTERSONST over Branch Brushy Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Mh 255/PATTERSONST over Branch Brushy Creek in Montague County, Texas. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 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 1,032 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,500 by 2030. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long and 105 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesMh 255/PATTERSONST
CrossesBranch Brushy Creek
Location0.4 MI NE of Nelson ST
RouteState Highway 255
CountyMontague County
StateTexas
Coordinates33.55987, -97.82756
Functional classUrban 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 inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width105 ft (32.1 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,032 (2020)
Projected traffic1,500 by 2030
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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 Mh 255/PATTERSONST over Branch Brushy Creek built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is Mh 255/PATTERSONST over Branch Brushy Creek 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does Mh 255/PATTERSONST over Branch Brushy Creek carry?

About 1,032 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is Mh 255/PATTERSONST over Branch Brushy Creek?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 105 ft wide.

Who owns Mh 255/PATTERSONST over Branch Brushy Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.