US Bridges

Cat Spring RD over Coushatta Creek

Good

Colorado County, Texas · 2.95 MI SW of FM 2761 · Structure no. 130450AA0171001

Built
2001
24 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
110 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
30
2018 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Cat Spring RD over Coushatta Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Cat Spring RD over Coushatta Creek in Colorado County, Texas. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 years old, younger 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 30 vehicles a day, projected to reach 100 by 2038. The structure is 110 ft (33.5 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesCat Spring RD
CrossesCoushatta Creek
Location2.95 MI SW of FM 2761
RouteCounty Highway 171
StateTexas
Coordinates29.7014, -96.33707
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length110 ft (33.5 m)
Longest span55 ft (16.8 m)
Deck width26 ft (7.9 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic30 (2018)
Projected traffic100 by 2038
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Cat Spring RD over Coushatta Creek built?

It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.

What condition is Cat Spring RD over Coushatta 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 Cat Spring RD over Coushatta Creek carry?

About 30 vehicles per day (2018 count).

How long is Cat Spring RD over Coushatta Creek?

The structure is 110 ft (33.5 m) long with a longest span of 55 ft (16.8 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.

Who owns Cat Spring RD over Coushatta Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.