SH 70 over Brushy Creek
GoodHall County, Texas · 10.1 MI W of FM 657 · Structure no. 250970031102012
- Built
- 1956
- 69 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 42 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 405
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 70 over Brushy Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 70 over Brushy Creek in Hall County, Texas. It was built in 1956, so it is 69 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 405 vehicles a day, roughly 35% of them trucks, projected to reach 520 by 2033. The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 70 over Brushy Creek built?
It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 70 over Brushy 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does SH 70 over Brushy Creek carry?
About 405 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 35% are trucks.
How long is SH 70 over Brushy Creek?
The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.
Who owns SH 70 over Brushy Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.