US Bridges

SH 158 over Turkey Creek

Good

Coke County, Texas · 4.55 MI W of US 277 · Structure no. 070410040604004

Built
1924
101 years old, rebuilt 1969
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
43 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
848
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 158 over Turkey Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 158 over Turkey Creek in Coke County, Texas. It was built in 1924 and reconstructed in 1969, so it is 101 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 848 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,240 by 2033. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long and 87 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).

CarriesSH 158
CrossesTurkey Creek
Location4.55 MI W of US 277
RouteState Highway 158
StateTexas
Coordinates31.89259, -100.36771
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
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
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 geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadH 15
Structure length43 ft (13.1 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width87 ft (26.6 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic848 (2020)
Projected traffic2,240 by 2033
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.8 mi (19 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 Turkey Creek built?

It was built in 1924, making it 101 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1969.

What condition is SH 158 over Turkey 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 Turkey Creek carry?

About 848 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is SH 158 over Turkey Creek?

The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 87 ft wide.

Who owns SH 158 over Turkey Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.