US Bridges

US 80 over Long Creek

Good

Harrison County, Texas · 1.35 MI W of Lp 281 · Structure no. 191030009607063

Built
1950
75 years old, rebuilt 1952
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
10,327
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 80 over Long Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 80 over Long Creek in Harrison County, Texas. It was built in 1950 and reconstructed in 1952, so it is 75 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 10,327 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,010 by 2033. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesUS 80
CrossesLong Creek
Location1.35 MI W of Lp 281
RouteU.S. Route 80
StateTexas
Coordinates32.50397, -94.69635
Functional classUrban Other Principal 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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 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 rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,327 (2020)
Projected traffic13,010 by 2033
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 80 over Long Creek built?

It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1952.

What condition is US 80 over Long 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does US 80 over Long Creek carry?

About 10,327 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is US 80 over Long Creek?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns US 80 over Long Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.