US 96 over Walton Creek
FairHardin County, Texas · 3.95 MI N of US 69 · Structure no. 201010006505060
- Built
- 1949
- 76 years old, rebuilt 1981
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 175 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 24,899
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 96 over Walton Creek is a concrete slab carrying US 96 over Walton Creek in Hardin County, Texas. It was built in 1949 and reconstructed in 1981, so it is 76 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 24,899 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,303 by 2042. The structure is 175 ft (53.3 m) long and 82 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 96 over Walton Creek built?
It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1981.
What condition is US 96 over Walton Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in April 2024.
How much traffic does US 96 over Walton Creek carry?
About 24,899 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is US 96 over Walton Creek?
The structure is 175 ft (53.3 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 82 ft wide.
Who owns US 96 over Walton Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.