US Bridges

FM 363 over Whitman Branch

Good

Newton County, Texas · 0.60 MI SW of SH 87 · Structure no. 201760062702003

Built
1939
86 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
40 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
3,382
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 363 over Whitman Branch is a concrete culvert carrying FM 363 over Whitman Branch in Newton County, Texas. It was built in 1939, so it is 86 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 3,382 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,470 by 2033. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 363
CrossesWhitman Branch
Location0.60 MI SW of SH 87
RouteState Highway 363
CountyNewton County
StateTexas
Coordinates30.6887, -93.83223
Functional classRural Major 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 inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans6
Design loadH 15
Structure length40 ft (12.2 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width37 ft (11.3 m)
Roadway width34 ft (10.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,382 (2020)
Projected traffic4,470 by 2033
Trucks19%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 363 over Whitman Branch built?

It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 363 over Whitman 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 FM 363 over Whitman Branch carry?

About 3,382 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.

How long is FM 363 over Whitman Branch?

The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.

Who owns FM 363 over Whitman Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.