SH 43 over Taylor Branch

Fair Condition91 years old3,206 vehicles/day

Location

StateTexas
CountyRusk
Location1.50 Mi NE Of FM 1716
CarriesSH 43
CrossesTaylor Branch
Coordinates32.30105, -94.55317

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Channel/Waterway5 (Fair)
Culvert6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialConcrete
DesignCulvert
Total Length22.0 ft (6.7 m)
Max Span9.8 ft (3 m)
Deck Width59.1 ft (18 m)
Deck Area120.6 sq m
Main Spans2
Year Built1935 (reconstructed 1988)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic3,206 (2021)
Truck Traffic29%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection623
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is possibly eligible (requires evaluation)
Structure Number102010020703013

Nearby Bridges

FM 1797 over Tatum Creek 1.6 mi Good FM 3231 over Martin Creek 1.7 mi Fair FM 3231 over Martin Creek Relief 1.7 mi Good SH 43 over Tatum Creek 1.8 mi Fair CR 2183 over Tatum CR 1.9 mi Fair SH 43 over Rocky Ford Creek 2.3 mi Fair SH 149 over Trib Of Tatum CR 2.6 mi Good FM 3231 over Martin Lake 3.1 mi Fair SH 43 over Panther CR Tr 3.2 mi Fair SH 149 over Martin Creek 3.5 mi Fair