US Bridges

SH 118 over Rough Run Creek

Good

Brewster County, Texas · 1.05 MI S of FM 170 · Structure no. 240220035805028

Built
1996
29 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
209 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
190
2012 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 118 over Rough Run Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 118 over Rough Run Creek in Brewster County, Texas. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 years old, younger 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 190 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 250 by 2033. The structure is 209 ft (63.7 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

CarriesSH 118
CrossesRough Run Creek
Location1.05 MI S of FM 170
RouteState Highway 118
StateTexas
Coordinates29.31611, -103.52854
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length209 ft (63.7 m)
Longest span104 ft (31.7 m)
Deck width38 ft (11.6 m)
Roadway width36 ft (10.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic190 (2012)
Projected traffic250 by 2033
Trucks20%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SH 118 over Rough Run Creek built?

It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 118 over Rough Run 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does SH 118 over Rough Run Creek carry?

About 190 vehicles per day (2012 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.

How long is SH 118 over Rough Run Creek?

The structure is 209 ft (63.7 m) long with a longest span of 104 ft (31.7 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.

Who owns SH 118 over Rough Run Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.