US Bridges

SH 80 over Morrison Creek

Fair

Caldwell County, Texas · 0.55 MI SE of FM 1979 · Structure no. 140280028602006

Built
1930
95 years old, rebuilt 1969
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
46 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
6,486
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 80 over Morrison Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 80 over Morrison Creek in Caldwell County, Texas. It was built in 1930 and reconstructed in 1969, so it is 95 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 5 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 6,486 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,080 by 2042. The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

Location

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CarriesSH 80
CrossesMorrison Creek
Location0.55 MI SE of FM 1979
RouteState Highway 80
CountyCaldwell County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.83949, -97.82765
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionOctober 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
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans5
Design loadUnknown
Structure length46 ft (14 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,486 (2023)
Projected traffic9,080 by 2042
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 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$6,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SH 80 over Morrison Creek built?

It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1969.

What condition is SH 80 over Morrison 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does SH 80 over Morrison Creek carry?

About 6,486 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is SH 80 over Morrison Creek?

The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns SH 80 over Morrison Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.