CR 137 over Cowhouse Creek
GoodCoryell County, Texas · 3.60 MI NW of FM 1783 · Structure no. 090500AA0137001
- Built
- 1995
- 30 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 195 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 58
- 2020 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
CR 137 over Cowhouse Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying CR 137 over Cowhouse Creek in Coryell County, Texas. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 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 58 vehicles a day, projected to reach 100 by 2036. The structure is 195 ft (59.4 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.8 mi (27 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was CR 137 over Cowhouse Creek built?
It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.
What condition is CR 137 over Cowhouse 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does CR 137 over Cowhouse Creek carry?
About 58 vehicles per day (2020 count).
How long is CR 137 over Cowhouse Creek?
The structure is 195 ft (59.4 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.8 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns CR 137 over Cowhouse Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.