US Bridges

SH135 to IH20 Ramp over Peavine Creek

Good

Gregg County, Texas · 0.05 MI NE of SH 135 · Structure no. 100930037701228

Built
1965
60 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
44 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
8,770
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH135 to IH20 Ramp over Peavine Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH135 to IH20 Ramp over Peavine Creek in Gregg County, Texas. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 8,770 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,290 by 2033. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesSH135 to IH20 Ramp
CrossesPeavine Creek
Location0.05 MI NE of SH 135
RouteState Highway 135
CountyGregg County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.43081, -94.92368
Functional classUrban Other Principal 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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
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
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadOther
Structure length44 ft (13.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width31 ft (9.5 m)
Roadway width22 ft (6.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,770 (2013)
Projected traffic12,290 by 2033
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 SH135 to IH20 Ramp over Peavine Creek built?

It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH135 to IH20 Ramp over Peavine 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does SH135 to IH20 Ramp over Peavine Creek carry?

About 8,770 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is SH135 to IH20 Ramp over Peavine Creek?

The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.

Who owns SH135 to IH20 Ramp over Peavine Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.