SH 72 over Lost Creek
GoodDeWitt County, Texas · 0.50 MI E of US 87 · Structure no. 130620027010038
- Built
- 1988
- 37 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 42 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,118
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 72 over Lost Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 72 over Lost Creek in DeWitt County, Texas. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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 5,118 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,165 by 2042. The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 72 over Lost Creek built?
It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 72 over Lost 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 December 2023.
How much traffic does SH 72 over Lost Creek carry?
About 5,118 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is SH 72 over Lost Creek?
The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns SH 72 over Lost Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.