US Bridges

SH 6 over Trib of N Bosque River

Fair

Erath County, Texas · 1.0 MI NW of US 281 · Structure no. 020730025802004

Built
1933
92 years old, rebuilt 2024
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,561
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 6 over Trib of N Bosque River is a concrete culvert carrying SH 6 over Trib of N Bosque River in Erath County, Texas. It was built in 1933 and reconstructed in 2024, so it is 92 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 1,561 vehicles a day, roughly 38% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,719 by 2042. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long and 72 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.2 mi (47 km).

CarriesSH 6
CrossesTrib of N Bosque River
Location1.0 MI NW of US 281
RouteState Highway 6
StateTexas
Coordinates32.03742, -98.09589
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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: 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
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width72 ft (21.8 m)
Roadway width51 ft (15.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,561 (2024)
Projected traffic2,719 by 2042
Trucks38%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed29.2 mi (47 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 Trib of N Bosque River built?

It was built in 1933, making it 92 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2024.

What condition is SH 6 over Trib of N Bosque 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does SH 6 over Trib of N Bosque River carry?

About 1,561 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 38% are trucks.

How long is SH 6 over Trib of N Bosque River?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 72 ft wide.

Who owns SH 6 over Trib of N Bosque River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.