US 82 over Ruby Creek
FairCooke County, Texas · 2.8 MI E of FM 678 · Structure no. 030490004501007
- Built
- 1932
- 93 years old, rebuilt 1979
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 28 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 16,141
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 82 over Ruby Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 82 over Ruby Creek in Cooke County, Texas. It was built in 1932 and reconstructed in 1979, so it is 93 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 16,141 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 22,597 by 2040. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 US 82 over Ruby Creek built?
It was built in 1932, making it 93 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1979.
What condition is US 82 over Ruby Creek 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does US 82 over Ruby Creek carry?
About 16,141 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is US 82 over Ruby Creek?
The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m).
Who owns US 82 over Ruby Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.