US 181 SB over Talpacate Creek
FairBee County, Texas · 4.2 MI N of US 59 · Structure no. 160130010008086
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Concrete
- Length
- 96 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,474
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 181 SB over Talpacate Creek is a concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 181 SB over Talpacate Creek in Bee County, Texas. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 years old, older 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 2,474 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,160 by 2033. The structure is 96 ft (29.3 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 181 SB over Talpacate Creek built?
It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 181 SB over Talpacate 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does US 181 SB over Talpacate Creek carry?
About 2,474 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is US 181 SB over Talpacate Creek?
The structure is 96 ft (29.3 m) long with a longest span of 32 ft (9.8 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns US 181 SB over Talpacate Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.