US 271 over Carter Creek
FairGregg County, Texas · 2.15 MI SW of US 80 · Structure no. 100930016503028
- Built
- 1942
- 83 years old, rebuilt 1960
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 25 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,547
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 271 over Carter Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 271 over Carter Creek in Gregg County, Texas. It was built in 1942 and reconstructed in 1960, so it is 83 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 6,547 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,700 by 2033. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 271 over Carter Creek built?
It was built in 1942, making it 83 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1960.
What condition is US 271 over Carter 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does US 271 over Carter Creek carry?
About 6,547 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is US 271 over Carter Creek?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US 271 over Carter Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.