SH 43 over Spring Creek
GoodHarrison County, Texas · 2.6 MI S of FM 2625 · Structure no. 191030020705026
- Built
- 1996
- 29 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 120 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,390
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 43 over Spring Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 43 over Spring Creek in Harrison County, Texas. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 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 3,390 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,410 by 2031. The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.7 mi (35 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 43 over Spring Creek built?
It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 43 over Spring 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 SH 43 over Spring Creek carry?
About 3,390 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.
How long is SH 43 over Spring Creek?
The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns SH 43 over Spring Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.