US Bridges

Medlan Chapel RD over N Tonk Branch

Good

Young County, Texas · 1.20 MI W of SH 67 · Structure no. 032520AA0198001

Built
2008
17 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
50 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
318
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Medlan Chapel RD over N Tonk Branch is a prestressed concrete slab carrying Medlan Chapel RD over N Tonk Branch in Young County, Texas. It was built in 2008, so it is 17 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 318 vehicles a day, projected to reach 750 by 2036. The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesMedlan Chapel RD
CrossesN Tonk Branch
Location1.20 MI W of SH 67
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyYoung County
StateTexas
Coordinates33.07517, -98.63915
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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
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 typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckOther
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length50 ft (15.2 m)
Longest span50 ft (15.2 m)
Deck width26 ft (7.9 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic318 (2020)
Projected traffic750 by 2036
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Medlan Chapel RD over N Tonk Branch built?

It was built in 2008, making it 17 years old in 2025.

What condition is Medlan Chapel RD over N Tonk 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does Medlan Chapel RD over N Tonk Branch carry?

About 318 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is Medlan Chapel RD over N Tonk Branch?

The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.

Who owns Medlan Chapel RD over N Tonk Branch?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.