SH 256 over Horse Creek
GoodChildress County, Texas · 7.37MI E Hall Cl · Structure no. 250380038103006
- Built
- 1939
- 86 years old, rebuilt 1974
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 47 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,670
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 256 over Horse Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 256 over Horse Creek in Childress County, Texas. It was built in 1939 and reconstructed in 1974, so it is 86 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 1,670 vehicles a day, roughly 41% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,340 by 2039. The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 52.8 mi (85 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 256 over Horse Creek built?
It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1974.
What condition is SH 256 over Horse 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 2023.
How much traffic does SH 256 over Horse Creek carry?
About 1,670 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 41% are trucks.
How long is SH 256 over Horse Creek?
The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns SH 256 over Horse Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.