US Bridges

SH 220 over Little Duffau Creek

Poor

Erath County, Texas · 0.2 MI S of FM 2481 · Structure no. 020730046702003

Built
1942
83 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected August 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete
Length
105 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,802
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 220 over Little Duffau Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying SH 220 over Little Duffau Creek in Erath County, Texas. It was built in 1942, so it is 83 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

It carries about 2,802 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,359 by 2042. The structure is 105 ft (32 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesSH 220
CrossesLittle Duffau Creek
Location0.2 MI S of FM 2481
RouteState Highway 220
CountyErath County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.03203, -98.01034
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating56.3 US tons
Inventory rating33.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length105 ft (32 m)
Longest span35 ft (10.7 m)
Deck width31 ft (9.6 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,802 (2022)
Projected traffic4,359 by 2042
Trucks18%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$6,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SH 220 over Little Duffau Creek built?

It was built in 1942, making it 83 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 220 over Little Duffau Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in August 2024.

How much traffic does SH 220 over Little Duffau Creek carry?

About 2,802 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.

How long is SH 220 over Little Duffau Creek?

The structure is 105 ft (32 m) long with a longest span of 35 ft (10.7 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.

Who owns SH 220 over Little Duffau Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.