US Bridges

SH 24 over Jernigan Creek Relief #1

Good

Delta County, Texas · 3.9 Mi. NE of Hunt Co. LN · Structure no. 010600013603134

Built
2016
9 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
180 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,190
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 24 over Jernigan Creek Relief #1 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 24 over Jernigan Creek Relief #1 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 5,190 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,800 by 2033. The structure is 180 ft (54.9 m) long and 80 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesSH 24
CrossesJernigan Creek Relief #1
Location3.9 Mi. NE of Hunt Co. LN
RouteState Highway 24
StateTexas
Coordinates33.32068, -95.80217
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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
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
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable 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 spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length180 ft (54.9 m)
Longest span60 ft (18.3 m)
Deck width80 ft (24.4 m)
Roadway width76 ft (23.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,190 (2020)
Projected traffic6,800 by 2033
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 Jernigan Creek Relief #1 built?

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

What condition is SH 24 over Jernigan Creek Relief #1 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 Jernigan Creek Relief #1 carry?

About 5,190 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is SH 24 over Jernigan Creek Relief #1?

The structure is 180 ft (54.9 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 80 ft wide.

Who owns SH 24 over Jernigan Creek Relief #1?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.