US 180 over Sour Branch
FairStephens County, Texas · 0.15 MI W of FM 717 · Structure no. 232150001109053
- Built
- 1942
- 83 years old, rebuilt 1966
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 105 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 917
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 180 over Sour Branch is a concrete tee beam carrying US 180 over Sour Branch in Stephens County, Texas. It was built in 1942 and reconstructed in 1966, so it is 83 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 917 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,710 by 2033. The structure is 105 ft (32 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 180 over Sour Branch built?
It was built in 1942, making it 83 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1966.
What condition is US 180 over Sour 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 180 over Sour Branch carry?
About 917 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.
How long is US 180 over Sour Branch?
The structure is 105 ft (32 m) long with a longest span of 35 ft (10.7 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns US 180 over Sour Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.