SH 147 over Rocky Creek
GoodAngelina County, Texas · 2.95 MI NE of SH 63 · Structure no. 110030039003035
- Built
- 1937
- 88 years old, rebuilt 1962
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,085
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 147 over Rocky Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 147 over Rocky Creek in Angelina County, Texas. It was built in 1937 and reconstructed in 1962, so it is 88 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 2,085 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,350 by 2033. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 39.8 mi (64 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 147 over Rocky Creek built?
It was built in 1937, making it 88 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1962.
What condition is SH 147 over Rocky Creek 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 147 over Rocky Creek carry?
About 2,085 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is SH 147 over Rocky Creek?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns SH 147 over Rocky Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.