SH 6 over Armstrong Creek Relief
FairComanche County, Texas · 3.10 MI W of Erath C/L · Structure no. 230470025705019
- Built
- 1923
- 102 years old, rebuilt 1950
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,678
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 6 over Armstrong Creek Relief is a concrete culvert carrying SH 6 over Armstrong Creek Relief in Comanche County, Texas. It was built in 1923 and reconstructed in 1950, so it is 102 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 3,678 vehicles a day, roughly 33% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,900 by 2033. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long and 62 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.8 mi (48 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 6 over Armstrong Creek Relief built?
It was built in 1923, making it 102 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1950.
What condition is SH 6 over Armstrong Creek Relief in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in August 2023.
How much traffic does SH 6 over Armstrong Creek Relief carry?
About 3,678 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 33% are trucks.
How long is SH 6 over Armstrong Creek Relief?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 62 ft wide.
Who owns SH 6 over Armstrong Creek Relief?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.