US 70 over Blue Hole Creek
GoodFoard County, Texas · 7.68 MI E of Cottle C/L · Structure no. 250790014604016
- Built
- 1930
- 95 years old, rebuilt 1960
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 65 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 467
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 70 over Blue Hole Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying US 70 over Blue Hole Creek in Foard County, Texas. It was built in 1930 and reconstructed in 1960, so it is 95 years old, older 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 467 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,190 by 2033. The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 46 mi (74 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 70 over Blue Hole Creek built?
It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1960.
What condition is US 70 over Blue Hole 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does US 70 over Blue Hole Creek carry?
About 467 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.
How long is US 70 over Blue Hole Creek?
The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long with a longest span of 33 ft (10.1 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.
Who owns US 70 over Blue Hole Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.