US Bridges

Chappell Reserv DR over Hughes Lake Tributary

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Washington County, Texas · 0.1 MI E of FM 1155 · Structure no. 172390AA0307100

Built
2023
2 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
81 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
75
2024 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Chappell Reserv DR over Hughes Lake Tributary is a concrete culvert carrying Chappell Reserv DR over Hughes Lake Tributary in Washington County, Texas. It was built in 2023, so it is 2 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 75 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1 by 1900. The structure is 81 ft (24.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

Location

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CarriesChappell Reserv DR
CrossesHughes Lake Tributary
Location0.1 MI E of FM 1155
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyWashington County
StateTexas
Coordinates30.22406, -96.23516
Functional classRural Local

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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating20 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans6
Design loadUnknown
Structure length81 ft (24.8 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic75 (2024)
Projected traffic1 by 1900
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Chappell Reserv DR over Hughes Lake Tributary built?

It was built in 2023, making it 2 years old in 2025.

What condition is Chappell Reserv DR over Hughes Lake Tributary 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does Chappell Reserv DR over Hughes Lake Tributary carry?

About 75 vehicles per day (2024 count).

How long is Chappell Reserv DR over Hughes Lake Tributary?

The structure is 81 ft (24.8 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns Chappell Reserv DR over Hughes Lake Tributary?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.