US Bridges

Sl 256 over Basset Creek

Fair

Anderson County, Texas · 0.1 MI S of FM 320 · Structure no. 100010052009061

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected December 2022
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
51 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
12,809
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Sl 256 over Basset Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Sl 256 over Basset Creek in Anderson County, Texas. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 years old, younger than the Texas average of 44.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 12,809 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,890 by 2033. The structure is 51 ft (15.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesSl 256
CrossesBasset Creek
Location0.1 MI S of FM 320
RouteState Highway 256
CountyAnderson County
StateTexas
Coordinates31.75935, -95.65833
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionDecember 2022
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length51 ft (15.5 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,809 (2023)
Projected traffic19,890 by 2033
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 Sl 256 over Basset Creek built?

It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.

What condition is Sl 256 over Basset Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in December 2022.

How much traffic does Sl 256 over Basset Creek carry?

About 12,809 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Sl 256 over Basset Creek?

The structure is 51 ft (15.5 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Sl 256 over Basset Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.