US Bridges

SH 11 over Cedar Creek

Good

Grayson County, Texas · 7.7 MI S of SH 56 · Structure no. 010920219201005

Built
1959
66 years old, rebuilt 1970
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
34 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,296
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 11 over Cedar Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 11 over Cedar Creek in Grayson County, Texas. It was built in 1959 and reconstructed in 1970, so it is 66 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 3,296 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,050 by 2033. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long.

Location

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CarriesSH 11
CrossesCedar Creek
Location7.7 MI S of SH 56
RouteState Highway 11
CountyGrayson County
StateTexas
Coordinates33.55109, -96.52418
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadOther
Structure length34 ft (10.4 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,296 (2018)
Projected traffic7,050 by 2033
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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 11 over Cedar Creek built?

It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1970.

What condition is SH 11 over Cedar 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does SH 11 over Cedar Creek carry?

About 3,296 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is SH 11 over Cedar Creek?

The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns SH 11 over Cedar Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.