US Bridges

SH 98 over W Fork Rice Creek

Good

Bowie County, Texas · 0.50 MI S of US 82 · Structure no. 190190252601001

Built
1961
64 years old, rebuilt 1975
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
23 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,242
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 98 over W Fork Rice Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 98 over W Fork Rice Creek in Bowie County, Texas. It was built in 1961 and reconstructed in 1975, so it is 64 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 1,242 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,120 by 2033. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesSH 98
CrossesW Fork Rice Creek
Location0.50 MI S of US 82
RouteState Highway 98
StateTexas
Coordinates33.46602, -94.47038
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourCountermeasures installed to correct a previously existing problem
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
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 spans3
Design loadOther
Structure length23 ft (7 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,242 (2020)
Projected traffic2,120 by 2033
Trucks22%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 SH 98 over W Fork Rice Creek built?

It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1975.

What condition is SH 98 over W Fork Rice 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does SH 98 over W Fork Rice Creek carry?

About 1,242 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.

How long is SH 98 over W Fork Rice Creek?

The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).

Who owns SH 98 over W Fork Rice Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.