SH 43 over Wasson Branch
GoodRusk County, Texas · 9.70 MI NE of SH 64 · Structure no. 102010020702019
- Built
- 1936
- 89 years old, rebuilt 1992
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 43 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,450
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 43 over Wasson Branch is a concrete culvert carrying SH 43 over Wasson Branch in Rusk County, Texas. It was built in 1936 and reconstructed in 1992, so it is 89 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 3,450 vehicles a day, roughly 27% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,830 by 2041. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
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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 43 over Wasson Branch built?
It was built in 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1992.
What condition is SH 43 over Wasson 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does SH 43 over Wasson Branch carry?
About 3,450 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 27% are trucks.
How long is SH 43 over Wasson Branch?
The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns SH 43 over Wasson Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.