SH 256 over Spring Creek
GoodHall County, Texas · 0.60 MI W of FM 2472 · Structure no. 250970054102040
- Built
- 1957
- 68 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 42 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 646
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 256 over Spring Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 256 over Spring Creek in Hall County, Texas. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 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 646 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 700 by 2033. The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 256 over Spring Creek built?
It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 256 over Spring 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does SH 256 over Spring Creek carry?
About 646 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.
How long is SH 256 over Spring Creek?
The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns SH 256 over Spring Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.