US Bridges

SH 103 over Jack Creek Tributary

Good

Angelina County, Texas · 0.1 MI E of FM 706 · Structure no. 110030033603009

Built
1939
86 years old, rebuilt 1974
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
23 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
4,312
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 103 over Jack Creek Tributary is a concrete culvert carrying SH 103 over Jack Creek Tributary in Angelina County, Texas. It was built in 1939 and reconstructed in 1974, 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 4,312 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,590 by 2033. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long and 93 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

Location

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CarriesSH 103
CrossesJack Creek Tributary
Location0.1 MI E of FM 706
RouteState Highway 103
CountyAngelina County
StateTexas
Coordinates31.37007, -94.80373
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadH 15
Structure length23 ft (7 m)
Longest span5 ft (1.5 m)
Deck width93 ft (28.4 m)
Roadway width85 ft (26 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,312 (2020)
Projected traffic6,590 by 2033
Trucks18%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
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 Jack Creek Tributary built?

It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1974.

What condition is SH 103 over Jack Creek Tributary 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 Jack Creek Tributary carry?

About 4,312 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.

How long is SH 103 over Jack Creek Tributary?

The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m) and a deck 93 ft wide.

Who owns SH 103 over Jack Creek Tributary?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.