US Bridges

Owens Corner RD over Picnitt Creek

FairPosted for load

Harrison County, Texas · 3.9 MI SE of FM 1793 · Structure no. 191030AA0279001

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
52 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
100
2018 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Owens Corner RD over Picnitt Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Owens Corner RD over Picnitt Creek in Harrison County, Texas. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 years old, younger 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 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 100 vehicles a day, projected to reach 12 by 2033. The structure is 52 ft (15.9 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).

Location

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CarriesOwens Corner RD
CrossesPicnitt Creek
Location3.9 MI SE of FM 1793
RouteCounty Highway 2107
CountyHarrison County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.63097, -94.25141
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating38.5 US tons
Inventory rating26.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckWood or timber
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length52 ft (15.9 m)
Longest span51 ft (15.5 m)
Deck width24 ft (7.3 m)
Roadway width22 ft (6.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic100 (2018)
Projected traffic12 by 2033
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.8 mi (19 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Owens Corner RD over Picnitt Creek built?

It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.

What condition is Owens Corner RD over Picnitt 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does Owens Corner RD over Picnitt Creek carry?

About 100 vehicles per day (2018 count).

How long is Owens Corner RD over Picnitt Creek?

The structure is 52 ft (15.9 m) long with a longest span of 51 ft (15.5 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.

Who owns Owens Corner RD over Picnitt Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.