US Bridges

SH 19 over Wood Creek

Good

Hopkins County, Texas · 3.40 MI S of IH 30 · Structure no. 011130010809039

Built
1942
83 years old, rebuilt 1969
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
20 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,757
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 19 over Wood Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 19 over Wood Creek in Hopkins County, Texas. It was built in 1942 and reconstructed in 1969, so it is 83 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 4,757 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,200 by 2033. The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesSH 19
CrossesWood Creek
Location3.40 MI S of IH 30
RouteState Highway 19
StateTexas
Coordinates33.07626, -95.66263
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length20 ft (6.1 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,757 (2020)
Projected traffic6,200 by 2033
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 SH 19 over Wood Creek built?

It was built in 1942, making it 83 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1969.

What condition is SH 19 over Wood 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does SH 19 over Wood Creek carry?

About 4,757 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is SH 19 over Wood Creek?

The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns SH 19 over Wood Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.