US Bridges

Taylor ST over Post Oak Creek

Fair

Grayson County, Texas · 0.35 MI E of Grant ST · Structure no. 010920C04180001

Built
1964
61 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
90 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,787
2023 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Taylor ST over Post Oak Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying Taylor ST over Post Oak Creek in Grayson County, Texas. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 5 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 4,787 vehicles a day, projected to reach 7,250 by 2030. The structure is 90 ft (27.4 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesTaylor ST
CrossesPost Oak Creek
Location0.35 MI E of Grant ST
RouteCity Street 0
CountyGrayson County
StateTexas
Coordinates33.65193, -96.63283
Functional classUrban 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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length90 ft (27.4 m)
Longest span30 ft (9.1 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.8 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,787 (2023)
Projected traffic7,250 by 2030
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$51,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Taylor ST over Post Oak Creek built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.

What condition is Taylor ST over Post Oak 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 Taylor ST over Post Oak Creek carry?

About 4,787 vehicles per day (2023 count).

How long is Taylor ST over Post Oak Creek?

The structure is 90 ft (27.4 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns Taylor ST over Post Oak Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.