US Bridges

RM 2147 over Horseshoe Creek

Good

Burnet County, Texas · 5.15 MI W of US 281 · Structure no. 140270268702003

Built
1974
51 years old, rebuilt 2007
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
34 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
9,285
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

RM 2147 over Horseshoe Creek is a concrete culvert carrying RM 2147 over Horseshoe Creek in Burnet County, Texas. It was built in 1974 and reconstructed in 2007, so it is 51 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 9,285 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,550 by 2033. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long and 82 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesRM 2147
CrossesHorseshoe Creek
Location5.15 MI W of US 281
RouteState Highway 2147
CountyBurnet County
StateTexas
Coordinates30.54424, -98.34902
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
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2023
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 geometry9: Superior to present desirable 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 spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length34 ft (10.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width82 ft (24.9 m)
Roadway width65 ft (19.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,285 (2020)
Projected traffic11,550 by 2033
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$1,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was RM 2147 over Horseshoe Creek built?

It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2007.

What condition is RM 2147 over Horseshoe 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does RM 2147 over Horseshoe Creek carry?

About 9,285 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is RM 2147 over Horseshoe Creek?

The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 82 ft wide.

Who owns RM 2147 over Horseshoe Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.