SH 6 over Gyp Creek
GoodHaskell County, Texas · 6.80 MI S of US 380 · Structure no. 081050009807022
- Built
- 1932
- 93 years old, rebuilt 1970
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 44 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 593
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 6 over Gyp Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 6 over Gyp Creek in Haskell County, Texas. It was built in 1932 and reconstructed in 1970, so it is 93 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 593 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 940 by 2033. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 6 over Gyp Creek built?
It was built in 1932, making it 93 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1970.
What condition is SH 6 over Gyp 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does SH 6 over Gyp Creek carry?
About 593 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is SH 6 over Gyp Creek?
The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns SH 6 over Gyp Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.