SH 86 over Kent Creek
FairBriscoe County, Texas · 0.50 MI E of FM 599 · Structure no. 250230030304016
- Built
- 1942
- 83 years old, rebuilt 1958
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 42 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,001
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 86 over Kent Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 86 over Kent Creek in Briscoe County, Texas. It was built in 1942 and reconstructed in 1958, 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.
It carries about 1,001 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,530 by 2033. The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long and 53 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 86 over Kent Creek built?
It was built in 1942, making it 83 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1958.
What condition is SH 86 over Kent 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does SH 86 over Kent Creek carry?
About 1,001 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is SH 86 over Kent Creek?
The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 53 ft wide.
Who owns SH 86 over Kent Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.