US Bridges

IH 30 over Eds Creek

Good

Bowie County, Texas · 2.50 MI S of FM 561 · Structure no. 190190061005167

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
51 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
30,897
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 30 over Eds Creek is a concrete culvert carrying IH 30 over Eds Creek in Bowie 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 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 30,897 vehicles a day, roughly 32% of them trucks, projected to reach 32,600 by 2033. The structure is 51 ft (15.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesIH 30
CrossesEds Creek
Location2.50 MI S of FM 561
RouteInterstate 30
StateTexas
Coordinates33.34076, -94.6623
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans6
Design loadHS 20
Structure length51 ft (15.5 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic30,897 (2020)
Projected traffic32,600 by 2033
Trucks32%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 30 over Eds Creek built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 30 over Eds 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does IH 30 over Eds Creek carry?

About 30,897 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 32% are trucks.

How long is IH 30 over Eds Creek?

The structure is 51 ft (15.5 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns IH 30 over Eds Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.