US Bridges

FM 1746 over Drunkards Branch

Fair

Tyler County, Texas · 2.30 MI E of US 190 · Structure no. 202290158501001

Built
1953
72 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
28 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
1,626
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1746 over Drunkards Branch is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1746 over Drunkards Branch in Tyler County, Texas. It was built in 1953, so it is 72 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 1,626 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,276 by 2042. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 1746
CrossesDrunkards Branch
Location2.30 MI E of US 190
RouteState Highway 1746
CountyTyler County
StateTexas
Coordinates30.77286, -94.36983
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadOther
Structure length28 ft (8.5 m)
Longest span5 ft (1.5 m)
Deck width29 ft (8.9 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,626 (2022)
Projected traffic2,276 by 2042
Trucks10%
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

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 FM 1746 over Drunkards Branch built?

It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 1746 over Drunkards 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does FM 1746 over Drunkards Branch carry?

About 1,626 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FM 1746 over Drunkards Branch?

The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.

Who owns FM 1746 over Drunkards Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.