SH 173 over Doe Creek
GoodBandera County, Texas · 0.75 MI N of FM 3240 · Structure no. 150100042106035
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old, rebuilt 2009
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 62 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,218
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 173 over Doe Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 173 over Doe Creek in Bandera County, Texas. It was built in 1963 and reconstructed in 2009, so it is 62 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 6,218 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,560 by 2033. The structure is 62 ft (18.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 173 over Doe Creek built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2009.
What condition is SH 173 over Doe 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 173 over Doe Creek carry?
About 6,218 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is SH 173 over Doe Creek?
The structure is 62 ft (18.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns SH 173 over Doe Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.