US Bridges

Withers RD Pct 3 over Branch Whatley Creek

Fair

Palo Pinto County, Texas · 1.15 MI N FM 1195 E US281 · Structure no. 021820AA0153002

Built
1920
105 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
584
2024 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Withers RD Pct 3 over Branch Whatley Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying Withers RD Pct 3 over Branch Whatley Creek in Palo Pinto County, Texas. It was built in 1920, so it is 105 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 584 vehicles a day, projected to reach 470 by 2036. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 22 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesWithers RD Pct 3
CrossesBranch Whatley Creek
Location1.15 MI N FM 1195 E US281
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyPalo Pinto County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.77148, -98.09949
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width22 ft (6.6 m)
Roadway width20 ft (6.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic584 (2024)
Projected traffic470 by 2036
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$1,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Withers RD Pct 3 over Branch Whatley Creek built?

It was built in 1920, making it 105 years old in 2025.

What condition is Withers RD Pct 3 over Branch Whatley Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in February 2023.

How much traffic does Withers RD Pct 3 over Branch Whatley Creek carry?

About 584 vehicles per day (2024 count).

How long is Withers RD Pct 3 over Branch Whatley Creek?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 22 ft wide.

Who owns Withers RD Pct 3 over Branch Whatley Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.