US Bridges

Elysian Fields Ave over Parker Creek

Fair

Harrison County, Texas · 0.05 MI E of US 59 · Structure no. 191030B00905001

Built
1955
70 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
38 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
2,316
2020 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Elysian Fields Ave over Parker Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Elysian Fields Ave over Parker Creek in Harrison County, Texas. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 years old, older 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.

It carries about 2,316 vehicles a day, projected to reach 2,516 by 2040. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesElysian Fields Ave
CrossesParker Creek
Location0.05 MI E of US 59
RouteCity Street 0
CountyHarrison County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.53578, -94.34889
Functional classUrban 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
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length38 ft (11.6 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width36 ft (11.1 m)
Roadway width35 ft (10.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,316 (2020)
Projected traffic2,516 by 2040
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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 Elysian Fields Ave over Parker Creek built?

It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.

What condition is Elysian Fields Ave over Parker 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 Elysian Fields Ave over Parker Creek carry?

About 2,316 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is Elysian Fields Ave over Parker Creek?

The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.

Who owns Elysian Fields Ave over Parker Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.