US Bridges

Ladewig Lane over Rocky Creek

Good

Fayette County, Texas · 0.37 MI N of IH 10 Nfr · Structure no. 130760AA0404001

Built
2005
20 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
24 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
25
2018 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ladewig Lane over Rocky Creek is a steel culvert carrying Ladewig Lane over Rocky Creek in Fayette County, Texas. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 years old, younger than the Texas average of 44.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 25 vehicles a day, projected to reach 50 by 2038. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

Location

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CarriesLadewig Lane
CrossesRocky Creek
Location0.37 MI N of IH 10 Nfr
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyFayette County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.7026, -97.03771
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
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 adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating51 US tons
Inventory rating30 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic25 (2018)
Projected traffic50 by 2038
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 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 Ladewig Lane over Rocky Creek built?

It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ladewig Lane over Rocky Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in February 2024.

How much traffic does Ladewig Lane over Rocky Creek carry?

About 25 vehicles per day (2018 count).

How long is Ladewig Lane over Rocky Creek?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).

Who owns Ladewig Lane over Rocky Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.