SH 7 over Black Branch
GoodNacogdoches County, Texas · 4.9 MI SW of Loop 224 · Structure no. 111740055303002
- Built
- 1952
- 73 years old, rebuilt 2008
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 28 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,876
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 7 over Black Branch is a concrete culvert carrying SH 7 over Black Branch in Nacogdoches County, Texas. It was built in 1952 and reconstructed in 2008, so it is 73 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 3,876 vehicles a day, roughly 28% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,420 by 2040. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 7 over Black Branch built?
It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2008.
What condition is SH 7 over Black 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does SH 7 over Black Branch carry?
About 3,876 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 28% are trucks.
How long is SH 7 over Black Branch?
The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).
Who owns SH 7 over Black Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.