US Bridges

SH 24 over Barnett Creek

Good

Delta County, Texas · 0.20 M. NE of Hunt Co. LN · Structure no. 010600013603132

Built
2016
9 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
300 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
5,695
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 24 over Barnett Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 24 over Barnett Creek in Delta County, Texas. It was built in 2016, so it is 9 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 5,695 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,800 by 2033. The structure is 300 ft (91.4 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesSH 24
CrossesBarnett Creek
Location0.20 M. NE of Hunt Co. LN
RouteState Highway 24
StateTexas
Coordinates33.30124, -95.84792
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
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 adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadHL 93
Structure length300 ft (91.4 m)
Longest span60 ft (18.3 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.2 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,695 (2020)
Projected traffic6,800 by 2033
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 SH 24 over Barnett Creek built?

It was built in 2016, making it 9 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 24 over Barnett 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does SH 24 over Barnett Creek carry?

About 5,695 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is SH 24 over Barnett Creek?

The structure is 300 ft (91.4 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns SH 24 over Barnett Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.