US Bridges

US 377 over Dickeys Branch

Fair

Parker County, Texas · 6.4 MI S of FM 1187 N · Structure no. 021840008006029

Built
1928
97 years old, rebuilt 1947
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
36 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
23,728
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 377 over Dickeys Branch is a concrete culvert carrying US 377 over Dickeys Branch in Parker County, Texas. It was built in 1928 and reconstructed in 1947, so it is 97 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 23,728 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 33,150 by 2033. The structure is 36 ft (11.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.7 mi (51 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 377
CrossesDickeys Branch
Location6.4 MI S of FM 1187 N
RouteU.S. Route 377
CountyParker County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.56275, -97.60525
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length36 ft (11.1 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic23,728 (2019)
Projected traffic33,150 by 2033
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed31.7 mi (51 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 US 377 over Dickeys Branch built?

It was built in 1928, making it 97 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1947.

What condition is US 377 over Dickeys Branch 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does US 377 over Dickeys Branch carry?

About 23,728 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is US 377 over Dickeys Branch?

The structure is 36 ft (11.1 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.5 m).

Who owns US 377 over Dickeys Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.