US Bridges

Alden Bridge DR over Alden Branch

Good

Montgomery County, Texas · 0.6 MI NE Research Frst · Structure no. 121700AA0541003

Built
1994
31 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Arch - Deck
Masonry
Length
75 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,375
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Alden Bridge DR over Alden Branch is a masonry arch - deck carrying Alden Bridge DR over Alden Branch in Montgomery County, Texas. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 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 5,375 vehicles a day, projected to reach 3,000 by 2035. The structure is 75 ft (22.9 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesAlden Bridge DR
CrossesAlden Branch
Location0.6 MI NE Research Frst
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyMontgomery County
StateTexas
Coordinates30.21099, -95.51382
Functional classUrban 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 inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
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 typeArch - Deck
MaterialMasonry
DeckOther
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length75 ft (22.9 m)
Longest span25 ft (7.6 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.2 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,375 (2020)
Projected traffic3,000 by 2035
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

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 Alden Bridge DR over Alden Branch built?

It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.

What condition is Alden Bridge DR over Alden Branch 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does Alden Bridge DR over Alden Branch carry?

About 5,375 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is Alden Bridge DR over Alden Branch?

The structure is 75 ft (22.9 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns Alden Bridge DR over Alden Branch?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.