SH 21 over Mclean Creek
FairHouston County, Texas · 0.15 MI N of FM 227 · Structure no. 111140011802004
- Built
- 1932
- 93 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 33 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,158
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 21 over Mclean Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 21 over Mclean Creek in Houston County, Texas. It was built in 1932, so it is 93 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 1,158 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,680 by 2033. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.2 mi (39 km).
Location
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 21 over Mclean Creek built?
It was built in 1932, making it 93 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 21 over Mclean Creek 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does SH 21 over Mclean Creek carry?
About 1,158 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is SH 21 over Mclean Creek?
The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns SH 21 over Mclean Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.