US Bridges

FM 778 over Stewart Branch

Good

Wood County, Texas · 0.25 MI NW of FM 49 · Structure no. 102500042902010

Built
1949
76 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
1,064
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 778 over Stewart Branch is a concrete culvert carrying FM 778 over Stewart Branch in Wood County, Texas. It was built in 1949, so it is 76 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 1,064 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,020 by 2033. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).

CarriesFM 778
CrossesStewart Branch
Location0.25 MI NW of FM 49
RouteState Highway 778
StateTexas
Coordinates32.72021, -95.36829
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 inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length26 ft (7.9 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,064 (2018)
Projected traffic1,020 by 2033
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.8 mi (19 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 FM 778 over Stewart Branch built?

It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 778 over Stewart 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does FM 778 over Stewart Branch carry?

About 1,064 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is FM 778 over Stewart Branch?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns FM 778 over Stewart Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.