US Bridges

Contrary Ck Pct 1 over Contrary Creek

Good

Hood County, Texas · 2.2 MI E of SH 144 · Structure no. 021120AA0588002

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
38 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
1,310
2009 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Contrary Ck Pct 1 over Contrary Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Contrary Ck Pct 1 over Contrary Creek in Hood 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 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 1,310 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,360 by 2029. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesContrary Ck Pct 1
CrossesContrary Creek
Location2.2 MI E of SH 144
RouteCounty Highway 0
StateTexas
Coordinates32.39289, -97.76101
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length38 ft (11.6 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.7 m)
Roadway width39 ft (12 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,310 (2009)
Projected traffic1,360 by 2029
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

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 Contrary Ck Pct 1 over Contrary Creek built?

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

What condition is Contrary Ck Pct 1 over Contrary 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does Contrary Ck Pct 1 over Contrary Creek carry?

About 1,310 vehicles per day (2009 count).

How long is Contrary Ck Pct 1 over Contrary Creek?

The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns Contrary Ck Pct 1 over Contrary Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.