US Bridges

CR222(SCHUELKE Rd) over Elm Creek Branch

Good

Caldwell County, Texas · 3.5 MI S of SH 21 · Structure no. 140280AA0111503

Built
2016
9 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
38 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
222
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

CR222(SCHUELKE Rd) over Elm Creek Branch is a concrete culvert carrying CR222(SCHUELKE Rd) over Elm Creek Branch in Caldwell County, Texas. It was built in 2016, so it is 9 years old, younger 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 222 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 57 by 2042. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

CarriesCR222(SCHUELKE Rd)
CrossesElm Creek Branch
Location3.5 MI S of SH 21
RouteCounty Highway 222
StateTexas
Coordinates29.96528, -97.70888
Functional classRural Local

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.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHL 93
Structure length38 ft (11.6 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width43 ft (13 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic222 (2020)
Projected traffic57 by 2042
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was CR222(SCHUELKE Rd) over Elm Creek Branch built?

It was built in 2016, making it 9 years old in 2025.

What condition is CR222(SCHUELKE Rd) over Elm Creek Branch 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does CR222(SCHUELKE Rd) over Elm Creek Branch carry?

About 222 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is CR222(SCHUELKE Rd) over Elm Creek Branch?

The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns CR222(SCHUELKE Rd) over Elm Creek Branch?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.