CR 233 over South Buck Creek
PoorPosted for loadCottle County, Texas · 0.7 MI S of FM 2278 · Structure no. 250510AA0171001
- Built
- 1949
- 76 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 53 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
CR 233 over South Buck Creek is a concrete culvert carrying CR 233 over South Buck Creek in Cottle County, Texas. It was built in 1949, so it is 76 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 5 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 50 by 2030. The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long and 20 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was CR 233 over South Buck Creek built?
It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025.
What condition is CR 233 over South Buck Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.
How much traffic does CR 233 over South Buck Creek carry?
About 5 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is CR 233 over South Buck Creek?
The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 20 ft wide.
Who owns CR 233 over South Buck Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.