SH 256 over Indian Creek
GoodHall County, Texas · 4 MI West of JCT US287 · Structure no. 250970054102044
- Built
- 2000
- 25 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 505 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 643
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 256 over Indian Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 256 over Indian Creek in Hall County, Texas. It was built in 2000, so it is 25 years old, younger 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 643 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,500 by 2034. The structure is 505 ft (153.9 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 18 mi (29 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 256 over Indian Creek built?
It was built in 2000, making it 25 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 256 over Indian 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 Indian Creek carry?
About 643 vehicles per day (2023 count).
How long is SH 256 over Indian Creek?
The structure is 505 ft (153.9 m) long with a longest span of 72 ft (21.9 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.
Who owns SH 256 over Indian Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.