US Bridges

CR 128 - Pct 4 over Lost Creek

FairPosted for load

Erath County, Texas · 1.15 MI SE of FM 1188 · Structure no. 020730AA0128001

Built
1933
92 years old, rebuilt 2016
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
37 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
41
2019 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

CR 128 - Pct 4 over Lost Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying CR 128 - Pct 4 over Lost Creek in Erath County, Texas. It was built in 1933 and reconstructed in 2016, 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 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 41 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 128 by 2042. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long and 20 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesCR 128 - Pct 4
CrossesLost Creek
Location1.15 MI SE of FM 1188
RouteCounty Highway 128
CountyErath County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.41401, -98.29405
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating39 US tons
Inventory rating23 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length37 ft (11.3 m)
Longest span36 ft (11 m)
Deck width20 ft (6.1 m)
Roadway width20 ft (6.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic41 (2019)
Projected traffic128 by 2042
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$10,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was CR 128 - Pct 4 over Lost Creek built?

It was built in 1933, making it 92 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2016.

What condition is CR 128 - Pct 4 over Lost Creek 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does CR 128 - Pct 4 over Lost Creek carry?

About 41 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is CR 128 - Pct 4 over Lost Creek?

The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 36 ft (11 m) and a deck 20 ft wide.

Who owns CR 128 - Pct 4 over Lost Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.