US Bridges

2nd ST over Coopers Gully

GoodPosted for load

Orange County, Texas · 0.05 MI N of Burton ST · Structure no. 201810B00002001

Built
1950
75 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
24 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
328
2016 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

2nd ST over Coopers Gully is a concrete slab carrying 2nd ST over Coopers Gully in Orange County, Texas. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 328 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 460 by 2037. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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Carries2nd ST
CrossesCoopers Gully
Location0.05 MI N of Burton ST
RouteCity Street 0
CountyOrange County
StateTexas
Coordinates30.10562, -93.73115
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 inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span22 ft (6.7 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.3 m)
Roadway width29 ft (8.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic328 (2016)
Projected traffic460 by 2037
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
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 statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$10,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 2nd ST over Coopers Gully built?

It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.

What condition is 2nd ST over Coopers Gully 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does 2nd ST over Coopers Gully carry?

About 328 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is 2nd ST over Coopers Gully?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.7 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns 2nd ST over Coopers Gully?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.