SH 146 over Horsepen Bayou
GoodChambers County, Texas · 0.9 MI N of FM 565 · Structure no. 200360038902028
- Built
- 1943
- 82 years old, rebuilt 1984
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 34,919
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 146 over Horsepen Bayou is a concrete culvert carrying SH 146 over Horsepen Bayou in Chambers County, Texas. It was built in 1943 and reconstructed in 1984, so it is 82 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 34,919 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 54,380 by 2033. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 146 over Horsepen Bayou built?
It was built in 1943, making it 82 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1984.
What condition is SH 146 over Horsepen Bayou 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 2024.
How much traffic does SH 146 over Horsepen Bayou carry?
About 34,919 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is SH 146 over Horsepen Bayou?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns SH 146 over Horsepen Bayou?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.