US Bridges

SH 22 over Oglesby Creek

Good

Hamilton County, Texas · 1.8 MI W of FM 1602 · Structure no. 090980012001014

Built
1947
78 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
764
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 22 over Oglesby Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 22 over Oglesby Creek in Hamilton County, Texas. It was built in 1947, so it is 78 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 764 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 873 by 2039. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

Location

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CarriesSH 22
CrossesOglesby Creek
Location1.8 MI W of FM 1602
RouteState Highway 22
CountyHamilton County
StateTexas
Coordinates31.73946, -97.97961
Functional classRural Minor 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 inspectionJanuary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
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
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic764 (2020)
Projected traffic873 by 2039
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$400,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SH 22 over Oglesby Creek built?

It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 22 over Oglesby 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 January 2023.

How much traffic does SH 22 over Oglesby Creek carry?

About 764 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is SH 22 over Oglesby Creek?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns SH 22 over Oglesby Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.