US Bridges

SH 103 over Crawford Creek Relief

Good

Angelina County, Texas · 4.65 MI W of Lp 287 · Structure no. 110030033603007

Built
1939
86 years old, rebuilt 1960
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
60 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,576
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 103 over Crawford Creek Relief is a concrete slab carrying SH 103 over Crawford Creek Relief in Angelina County, Texas. It was built in 1939 and reconstructed in 1960, so it is 86 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 3,576 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,160 by 2033. The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

CarriesSH 103
CrossesCrawford Creek Relief
Location4.65 MI W of Lp 287
RouteState Highway 103
StateTexas
Coordinates31.37793, -94.83731
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourCountermeasures installed to correct a previously existing problem
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating48 US tons
Inventory rating29 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length60 ft (18.3 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.1 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width43 ft (13.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,576 (2020)
Projected traffic6,160 by 2033
Trucks18%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 SH 103 over Crawford Creek Relief built?

It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1960.

What condition is SH 103 over Crawford Creek Relief 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does SH 103 over Crawford Creek Relief carry?

About 3,576 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.

How long is SH 103 over Crawford Creek Relief?

The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns SH 103 over Crawford Creek Relief?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.