SH 144 over South Fork of Hill Creek
FairBosque County, Texas · 3.5 MI N of JCT FM 203 · Structure no. 090180038602008
- Built
- 1939
- 86 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 34 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,248
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 144 over South Fork of Hill Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 144 over South Fork of Hill Creek in Bosque County, Texas. It was built in 1939, so it is 86 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 2,248 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,280 by 2033. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 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 SH 144 over South Fork of Hill Creek built?
It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 144 over South Fork of Hill 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 February 2023.
How much traffic does SH 144 over South Fork of Hill Creek carry?
About 2,248 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is SH 144 over South Fork of Hill Creek?
The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns SH 144 over South Fork of Hill Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.