US Bridges

SH 92 over Gyp Creek

Fair

Fisher County, Texas · 6.60 MI E of SH 70 · Structure no. 080770031802018

Built
1962
63 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
33 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
400
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 92 over Gyp Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 92 over Gyp Creek in Fisher County, Texas. It was built in 1962, so it is 63 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 400 vehicles a day, roughly 29% of them trucks, projected to reach 560 by 2033. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesSH 92
CrossesGyp Creek
Location6.60 MI E of SH 70
RouteState Highway 92
CountyFisher County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.87531, -100.35383
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: 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
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length33 ft (10.1 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic400 (2020)
Projected traffic560 by 2033
Trucks29%
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SH 92 over Gyp Creek built?

It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 92 over Gyp 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does SH 92 over Gyp Creek carry?

About 400 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 29% are trucks.

How long is SH 92 over Gyp Creek?

The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns SH 92 over Gyp Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.