US Bridges

SH 95 over Indian Creek

Good

Bell County, Texas · 1.40 MI N of FM 487 · Structure no. 090140032002401

Built
2016
9 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
300 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
4,417
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 95 over Indian Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 95 over Indian Creek in Bell County, Texas. It was built in 2016, so it is 9 years old, younger 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 4,417 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,000 by 2035. The structure is 300 ft (91.4 m) long and 51 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).

CarriesSH 95
CrossesIndian Creek
Location1.40 MI N of FM 487
RouteState Highway 95
StateTexas
Coordinates30.81465, -97.41882
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans5
Design loadHL 93
Structure length300 ft (91.4 m)
Longest span60 ft (18.3 m)
Deck width51 ft (15.6 m)
Roadway width49 ft (15 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,417 (2020)
Projected traffic6,000 by 2035
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.9 mi (24 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SH 95 over Indian Creek built?

It was built in 2016, making it 9 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 95 over Indian 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does SH 95 over Indian Creek carry?

About 4,417 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is SH 95 over Indian Creek?

The structure is 300 ft (91.4 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 51 ft wide.

Who owns SH 95 over Indian Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.