Sl 456 over Ragsdale Creek
FairCherokee County, Texas · 1.60 MI NE of US 69 · Structure no. 100370320101002
- Built
- 1973
- 52 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,488
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Sl 456 over Ragsdale Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Sl 456 over Ragsdale Creek in Cherokee County, Texas. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 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 6 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 3,488 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,883 by 2041. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Sl 456 over Ragsdale Creek built?
It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.
What condition is Sl 456 over Ragsdale 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 January 2023.
How much traffic does Sl 456 over Ragsdale Creek carry?
About 3,488 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.
How long is Sl 456 over Ragsdale Creek?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns Sl 456 over Ragsdale Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.