US Bridges

SH 60 over Eagle Branch

Good

Wharton County, Texas · 2.40 MI N of US 90A · Structure no. 132410024002010

Built
1958
67 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
60 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
1,487
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 60 over Eagle Branch is a concrete culvert carrying SH 60 over Eagle Branch in Wharton County, Texas. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 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 1,487 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,082 by 2041. The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

CarriesSH 60
CrossesEagle Branch
Location2.40 MI N of US 90A
RouteState Highway 60
StateTexas
Coordinates29.56543, -96.08189
Functional classRural Major 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 inspectionJanuary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
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 spans6
Design loadOther
Structure length60 ft (18.3 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width41 ft (12.6 m)
Roadway width39 ft (12 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,487 (2021)
Projected traffic2,082 by 2041
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 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 60 over Eagle Branch built?

It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 60 over Eagle 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 January 2023.

How much traffic does SH 60 over Eagle Branch carry?

About 1,487 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is SH 60 over Eagle Branch?

The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.

Who owns SH 60 over Eagle Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.