Arterial Rd. #3 over Big Creek
FairPosted for loadBowie County, Texas · 0.2 KM E. of Bldg 2159 · Structure no. DAPAMCRIV02151
- Built
- 1942
- 83 years old, rebuilt 1996
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 150 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 100
- 2018 count
- Owner
- Federal
- Army
About this bridge
Arterial Rd. #3 over Big Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying Arterial Rd. #3 over Big Creek in Bowie County, Texas. It was built in 1942 and reconstructed in 1996, so it is 83 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 100 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 100 by 2046. The structure is 150 ft (45.7 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 Arterial Rd. #3 over Big Creek built?
It was built in 1942, making it 83 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1996.
What condition is Arterial Rd. #3 over Big 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does Arterial Rd. #3 over Big Creek carry?
About 100 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.
How long is Arterial Rd. #3 over Big Creek?
The structure is 150 ft (45.7 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.
Who owns Arterial Rd. #3 over Big Creek?
It is owned by the Army.