US Bridges

US 84 over Honey Creek

Good

Coleman County, Texas · 1.20 MI SE of Taylor C/L · Structure no. 230420005402054

Built
1935
90 years old, rebuilt 1985
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,708
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 84 over Honey Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 84 over Honey Creek in Coleman County, Texas. It was built in 1935 and reconstructed in 1985, so it is 90 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 2,708 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,630 by 2033. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long and 68 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).

CarriesUS 84
CrossesHoney Creek
Location1.20 MI SE of Taylor C/L
RouteU.S. Route 84
StateTexas
Coordinates32.06706, -99.68516
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum 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
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width68 ft (20.8 m)
Roadway width63 ft (19.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,708 (2020)
Projected traffic4,630 by 2033
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.2 mi (18 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

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 US 84 over Honey Creek built?

It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1985.

What condition is US 84 over Honey 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does US 84 over Honey Creek carry?

About 2,708 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is US 84 over Honey Creek?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 68 ft wide.

Who owns US 84 over Honey Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.