US Bridges

SH 198 NB over Clear CR (cdr CR Rs)

Good

Henderson County, Texas · 4.3 MI N of SH 31 · Structure no. 101080064605311

Built
2023
2 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
3,120 ft
27 main spans
Daily traffic
3,748
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 198 NB over Clear CR (cdr CR Rs) is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 198 NB over Clear CR (cdr CR Rs) in Henderson County, Texas. It was built in 2023, so it is 2 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 3,748 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 1 by 1900. The structure is 3,120 ft (951 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesSH 198 NB
CrossesClear CR (cdr CR Rs)
Location4.3 MI N of SH 31
RouteState Highway 198
CountyHenderson County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.23006, -96.03551
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Substructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans27
Design loadHL 93
Structure length3,120 ft (951 m)
Longest span120 ft (36.6 m)
Deck width43 ft (13.1 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,748 (2017)
Projected traffic1 by 1900
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 SH 198 NB over Clear CR (cdr CR Rs) built?

It was built in 2023, making it 2 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 198 NB over Clear CR (cdr CR Rs) 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does SH 198 NB over Clear CR (cdr CR Rs) carry?

About 3,748 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is SH 198 NB over Clear CR (cdr CR Rs)?

The structure is 3,120 ft (951 m) long with a longest span of 120 ft (36.6 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns SH 198 NB over Clear CR (cdr CR Rs)?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.