US Bridges

SH 6 over Middle Fork Leon River

Fair

Eastland County, Texas · 0.10 MI S of IH 20 · Structure no. 230680025703036

Built
1963
62 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
32 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,264
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 6 over Middle Fork Leon River is a concrete culvert carrying SH 6 over Middle Fork Leon River in Eastland County, Texas. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 3,264 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,741 by 2038. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.2 mi (26 km).

Location

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CarriesSH 6
CrossesMiddle Fork Leon River
Location0.10 MI S of IH 20
RouteState Highway 6
CountyEastland County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.37464, -98.83081
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length32 ft (9.8 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,264 (2020)
Projected traffic5,741 by 2038
Trucks21%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed16.2 mi (26 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SH 6 over Middle Fork Leon River built?

It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 6 over Middle Fork Leon River in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in February 2024.

How much traffic does SH 6 over Middle Fork Leon River carry?

About 3,264 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.

How long is SH 6 over Middle Fork Leon River?

The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns SH 6 over Middle Fork Leon River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.