US Bridges

SH 158 over Wildcat Creek

Good

Coke County, Texas · 3.50 MI W of SH 208 · Structure no. 070410040602023

Built
1969
56 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
140 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,224
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 158 over Wildcat Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 158 over Wildcat Creek in Coke County, Texas. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 1,224 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,120 by 2033. The structure is 140 ft (42.7 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.7 mi (35 km).

CarriesSH 158
CrossesWildcat Creek
Location3.50 MI W of SH 208
RouteState Highway 158
StateTexas
Coordinates31.86704, -100.52822
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59 US tons
Inventory rating29 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length140 ft (42.7 m)
Longest span70 ft (21.3 m)
Deck width46 ft (14.1 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,224 (2023)
Projected traffic2,120 by 2033
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed21.7 mi (35 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SH 158 over Wildcat Creek built?

It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 158 over Wildcat 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does SH 158 over Wildcat Creek carry?

About 1,224 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is SH 158 over Wildcat Creek?

The structure is 140 ft (42.7 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns SH 158 over Wildcat Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.