US Bridges

SH 279 over Rocky Creek Tributary

Good

Brown County, Texas · 1.80 MI W of FM 2632 · Structure no. 230250048001004

Built
1934
91 years old, rebuilt 1959
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
23 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
4,606
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 279 over Rocky Creek Tributary is a concrete culvert carrying SH 279 over Rocky Creek Tributary in Brown County, Texas. It was built in 1934 and reconstructed in 1959, so it is 91 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 4,606 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,750 by 2038. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long and 49 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesSH 279
CrossesRocky Creek Tributary
Location1.80 MI W of FM 2632
RouteState Highway 279
StateTexas
Coordinates31.76062, -99.06193
Functional classRural Minor 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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: 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
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadH 15
Structure length23 ft (7 m)
Longest span5 ft (1.5 m)
Deck width49 ft (15 m)
Roadway width43 ft (13.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,606 (2020)
Projected traffic5,750 by 2038
Trucks9%
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 279 over Rocky Creek Tributary built?

It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1959.

What condition is SH 279 over Rocky Creek Tributary 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 SH 279 over Rocky Creek Tributary carry?

About 4,606 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is SH 279 over Rocky Creek Tributary?

The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m) and a deck 49 ft wide.

Who owns SH 279 over Rocky Creek Tributary?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.