US Bridges

FM 358 over Brownlee Creek

Good

Trinity County, Texas · 3.90 MI W of FM 3154 · Structure no. 112280093104025

Built
1994
31 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
38 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
646
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 358 over Brownlee Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 358 over Brownlee Creek in Trinity County, Texas. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 years old, younger 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 646 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 640 by 2033. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).

CarriesFM 358
CrossesBrownlee Creek
Location3.90 MI W of FM 3154
RouteState Highway 358
StateTexas
Coordinates31.18684, -95.21813
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
Structural evaluation7: Better than 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 rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length38 ft (11.6 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.9 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic646 (2020)
Projected traffic640 by 2033
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.9 mi (24 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 358 over Brownlee Creek built?

It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 358 over Brownlee Creek 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does FM 358 over Brownlee Creek carry?

About 646 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is FM 358 over Brownlee Creek?

The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns FM 358 over Brownlee Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.