US Bridges

SH 95 over Long Branch

Good

Williamson County, Texas · 2.45 MI S of FM 487 · Structure no. 142460032003096

Built
2003
22 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
180 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,015
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 95 over Long Branch is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 95 over Long Branch in Williamson County, Texas. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 4,015 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,980 by 2035. The structure is 180 ft (54.9 m) long and 70 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 23 mi (37 km).

Location

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CarriesSH 95
CrossesLong Branch
Location2.45 MI S of FM 487
RouteState Highway 95
CountyWilliamson County
StateTexas
Coordinates30.76131, -97.43695
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length180 ft (54.9 m)
Longest span60 ft (18.3 m)
Deck width70 ft (21.3 m)
Roadway width67 ft (20.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,015 (2020)
Projected traffic7,980 by 2035
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed23 mi (37 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 SH 95 over Long Branch built?

It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 95 over Long 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does SH 95 over Long Branch carry?

About 4,015 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is SH 95 over Long Branch?

The structure is 180 ft (54.9 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 70 ft wide.

Who owns SH 95 over Long Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.