US Bridges

Twin Bridge RD over Mill Creek Relief

Good

Hardin County, Texas · 1.36 MI S of FM 1122 · Structure no. 201010AA0254002

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
323
2019 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Twin Bridge RD over Mill Creek Relief is a concrete culvert carrying Twin Bridge RD over Mill Creek Relief in Hardin County, Texas. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 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 323 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 452 by 2039. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

CarriesTwin Bridge RD
CrossesMill Creek Relief
Location1.36 MI S of FM 1122
RouteCounty Highway 0
StateTexas
Coordinates30.38014, -94.20228
Functional classRural Local

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 inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width37 ft (11.3 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic323 (2019)
Projected traffic452 by 2039
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$19,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Twin Bridge RD over Mill Creek Relief built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is Twin Bridge RD over Mill Creek Relief 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 Twin Bridge RD over Mill Creek Relief carry?

About 323 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Twin Bridge RD over Mill Creek Relief?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.

Who owns Twin Bridge RD over Mill Creek Relief?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.