US Bridges

SH 150 over Small Branch

Good

Walker County, Texas · 2.9 MI E of SH 75 · Structure no. 172360039501001

Built
1934
91 years old, rebuilt 1987
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
4,555
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 150 over Small Branch is a concrete culvert carrying SH 150 over Small Branch in Walker County, Texas. It was built in 1934 and reconstructed in 1987, so it is 91 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 4,555 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,850 by 2039. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).

Location

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CarriesSH 150
CrossesSmall Branch
Location2.9 MI E of SH 75
RouteState Highway 150
CountyWalker County
StateTexas
Coordinates30.53269, -95.43909
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
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 spans4
Design loadH 15
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span5 ft (1.5 m)
Deck width43 ft (13.1 m)
Roadway width35 ft (10.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,555 (2020)
Projected traffic5,850 by 2039
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.2 mi (18 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SH 150 over Small Branch built?

It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1987.

What condition is SH 150 over Small 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does SH 150 over Small Branch carry?

About 4,555 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is SH 150 over Small Branch?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns SH 150 over Small Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.