SH 19 over Horse Pen Creek Relief
FairHopkins County, Texas · 0.70 MI S of FM 1537 · Structure no. 011130040002020
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 75 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,856
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 19 over Horse Pen Creek Relief is a concrete culvert carrying SH 19 over Horse Pen Creek Relief in Hopkins County, Texas. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 7,856 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,670 by 2033. The structure is 75 ft (22.9 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 19 over Horse Pen Creek Relief built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 19 over Horse Pen Creek Relief in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in February 2023.
How much traffic does SH 19 over Horse Pen Creek Relief carry?
About 7,856 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is SH 19 over Horse Pen Creek Relief?
The structure is 75 ft (22.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.
Who owns SH 19 over Horse Pen Creek Relief?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.