US Bridges

CR 104 over Mankins Branch

Good

Williamson County, Texas · 1.1 MI S of SH 29 · Structure no. 142460D00104501

Built
2011
14 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
240 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
640
2009 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

CR 104 over Mankins Branch is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying CR 104 over Mankins Branch in Williamson County, Texas. It was built in 2011, so it is 14 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 640 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,400 by 2027. The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long and 52 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesCR 104
CrossesMankins Branch
Location1.1 MI S of SH 29
RouteCounty Highway 104
StateTexas
Coordinates30.62915, -97.61016
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionOctober 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

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length240 ft (73.2 m)
Longest span80 ft (24.4 m)
Deck width52 ft (15.9 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic640 (2009)
Projected traffic1,400 by 2027
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$6,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was CR 104 over Mankins Branch built?

It was built in 2011, making it 14 years old in 2025.

What condition is CR 104 over Mankins 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does CR 104 over Mankins Branch carry?

About 640 vehicles per day (2009 count).

How long is CR 104 over Mankins Branch?

The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.

Who owns CR 104 over Mankins Branch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.