SH 21 over Branch of Elm Creek
GoodHays County, Texas · 1.3 MI S of FM 2001 · Structure no. 141060047102111
- Built
- 2010
- 15 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 24 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 15,706
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 21 over Branch of Elm Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 21 over Branch of Elm Creek in Hays County, Texas. It was built in 2010, so it is 15 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 15,706 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,414 by 2039. The structure is 24 ft (7.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 21 over Branch of Elm Creek built?
It was built in 2010, making it 15 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 21 over Branch of Elm 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 2024.
How much traffic does SH 21 over Branch of Elm Creek carry?
About 15,706 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is SH 21 over Branch of Elm Creek?
The structure is 24 ft (7.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns SH 21 over Branch of Elm Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.