T.J. Mills Blvd over Paved Channel
FairBell County, Texas · Out of Santa Fe Gate · Structure no. DAPFORHOO00F62A
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 40 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,000
- 2019 count
- Owner
- Federal
- Army
About this bridge
T.J. Mills Blvd over Paved Channel is a concrete culvert carrying T.J. Mills Blvd over Paved Channel in Bell County, Texas. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 5,000 vehicles a day, roughly 40% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,000 by 2045. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was T.J. Mills Blvd over Paved Channel built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.
What condition is T.J. Mills Blvd over Paved Channel 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does T.J. Mills Blvd over Paved Channel carry?
About 5,000 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 40% are trucks.
How long is T.J. Mills Blvd over Paved Channel?
The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (2.9 m).
Who owns T.J. Mills Blvd over Paved Channel?
It is owned by the Army.