US Bridges

US 84 over Delaware Creek

Good

Brown County, Texas · 1.25 MI SE of US 67 · Structure no. 230250005407032

Built
1931
94 years old, rebuilt 2013
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
33 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
7,139
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 84 over Delaware Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 84 over Delaware Creek in Brown County, Texas. It was built in 1931 and reconstructed in 2013, so it is 94 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 7,139 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,690 by 2038. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long and 79 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesUS 84
CrossesDelaware Creek
Location1.25 MI SE of US 67
RouteU.S. Route 84
StateTexas
Coordinates31.73357, -98.92666
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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 inspectionMarch 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
Deck geometry5: 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
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length33 ft (10.1 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width79 ft (24 m)
Roadway width71 ft (21.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,139 (2020)
Projected traffic10,690 by 2038
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate 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 US 84 over Delaware Creek built?

It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2013.

What condition is US 84 over Delaware 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does US 84 over Delaware Creek carry?

About 7,139 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is US 84 over Delaware Creek?

The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 79 ft wide.

Who owns US 84 over Delaware Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.