SH 21 over Small Creek
GoodBurleson County, Texas · 3.0 MI E of FM 908 · Structure no. 170260011602026
- Built
- 1936
- 89 years old, rebuilt 1993
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 27 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 14,244
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 21 over Small Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 21 over Small Creek in Burleson County, Texas. It was built in 1936 and reconstructed in 1993, so it is 89 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 14,244 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 22,790 by 2042. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 21 over Small Creek built?
It was built in 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1993.
What condition is SH 21 over Small 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does SH 21 over Small Creek carry?
About 14,244 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is SH 21 over Small Creek?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).
Who owns SH 21 over Small Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.