US Bridges

US 80 EB over Mason Creek

Good

Harrison County, Texas · 0.30 MI E of Lp 281 · Structure no. 191030009607066

Built
1952
73 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
44 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
8,985
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 80 EB over Mason Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 80 EB over Mason Creek in Harrison County, Texas. It was built in 1952, so it is 73 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 8,985 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,050 by 2033. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 80 EB
CrossesMason Creek
Location0.30 MI E of Lp 281
RouteU.S. Route 80
StateTexas
Coordinates32.50399, -94.66811
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
ScourCountermeasures installed to correct a previously existing problem
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
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 spans5
Design loadOther
Structure length44 ft (13.4 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 traffic8,985 (2020)
Projected traffic14,050 by 2033
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 EB over Mason Creek built?

It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 80 EB over Mason 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 EB over Mason Creek carry?

About 8,985 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is US 80 EB over Mason Creek?

The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns US 80 EB over Mason Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.