SH 8 over Carlow Creek
GoodCass County, Texas · 1.12 MI S of SH 77 · Structure no. 190340006203044
- Built
- 1978
- 47 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 30 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,685
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 8 over Carlow Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 8 over Carlow Creek in Cass County, Texas. It was built in 1978, so it is 47 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 1,685 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,330 by 2033. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long and 87 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 8 over Carlow Creek built?
It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 8 over Carlow 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 8 over Carlow Creek carry?
About 1,685 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is SH 8 over Carlow Creek?
The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 87 ft wide.
Who owns SH 8 over Carlow Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.