US Bridges

SH 206 over Turkey Creek Relief

Good

Callahan County, Texas · 1.35 MI S of SH 36 · Structure no. 080300263803002

Built
1963
62 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
52 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
1,472
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 206 over Turkey Creek Relief is a concrete culvert carrying SH 206 over Turkey Creek Relief in Callahan County, Texas. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 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 1,472 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,530 by 2033. The structure is 52 ft (15.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 44.1 mi (71 km).

CarriesSH 206
CrossesTurkey Creek Relief
Location1.35 MI S of SH 36
RouteState Highway 206
StateTexas
Coordinates32.10241, -99.16896
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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: 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
DeckNot applicable
Main spans6
Design loadHS 20
Structure length52 ft (15.9 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 traffic1,472 (2020)
Projected traffic1,530 by 2033
Trucks19%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed44.1 mi (71 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 206 over Turkey Creek Relief built?

It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 206 over Turkey Creek Relief 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does SH 206 over Turkey Creek Relief carry?

About 1,472 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.

How long is SH 206 over Turkey Creek Relief?

The structure is 52 ft (15.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns SH 206 over Turkey Creek Relief?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.