US 82 over Cowhorn Creek
GoodBowie County, Texas · 0.74 MI W of SH 93 · Structure no. 190190004606031
- Built
- 1977
- 48 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 80 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 13,390
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 82 over Cowhorn Creek is a prestressed concrete box beam or girders - multiple carrying US 82 over Cowhorn Creek in Bowie County, Texas. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 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 13,390 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,870 by 2033. The structure is 80 ft (24.4 m) long and 83 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 82 over Cowhorn Creek built?
It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 82 over Cowhorn 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does US 82 over Cowhorn Creek carry?
About 13,390 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is US 82 over Cowhorn Creek?
The structure is 80 ft (24.4 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 83 ft wide.
Who owns US 82 over Cowhorn Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.