SH 148 over Joy Creek
GoodClay County, Texas · 3.0 MI S of FM 1883 · Structure no. 030390039105042
- Built
- 1947
- 78 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 70 ft
- 9 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 530
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 148 over Joy Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 148 over Joy Creek in Clay County, Texas. It was built in 1947, so it is 78 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 530 vehicles a day, roughly 29% of them trucks, projected to reach 900 by 2033. The structure is 70 ft (21.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.9 mi (40 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 | 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 148 over Joy Creek built?
It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 148 over Joy 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does SH 148 over Joy Creek carry?
About 530 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 29% are trucks.
How long is SH 148 over Joy Creek?
The structure is 70 ft (21.3 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).
Who owns SH 148 over Joy Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.