US Bridges

E Wiedemann RD over Big Rocky Creek

FairPosted for load

Fayette County, Texas · 1.65 MI E of SH 95 · Structure no. 130760AA0314001

Built
1983
42 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Other
Steel
Length
55 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
30
2012 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

E Wiedemann RD over Big Rocky Creek is a steel other carrying E Wiedemann RD over Big Rocky Creek in Fayette County, Texas. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 years old, younger 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 30 vehicles a day, projected to reach 80 by 2032. The structure is 55 ft (16.8 m) long and 20 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesE Wiedemann RD
CrossesBig Rocky Creek
Location1.65 MI E of SH 95
RouteCounty Highway 319
CountyFayette County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.63815, -97.10247
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.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionFebruary 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 geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating47 US tons
Inventory rating28 US tons

Structure

Structure typeOther
MaterialSteel
DeckSteel plate
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length55 ft (16.8 m)
Longest span51 ft (15.5 m)
Deck width20 ft (6 m)
Roadway width19 ft (5.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic30 (2012)
Projected traffic80 by 2032
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was E Wiedemann RD over Big Rocky Creek built?

It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.

What condition is E Wiedemann RD over Big Rocky 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does E Wiedemann RD over Big Rocky Creek carry?

About 30 vehicles per day (2012 count).

How long is E Wiedemann RD over Big Rocky Creek?

The structure is 55 ft (16.8 m) long with a longest span of 51 ft (15.5 m) and a deck 20 ft wide.

Who owns E Wiedemann RD over Big Rocky Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.