US Bridges

Sl 178 over Creek

Good

Hunt County, Texas · 0.35 MI W JCT SH50&SP178 · Structure no. 011170008311059

Built
1975
50 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
23 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
4,035
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Sl 178 over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Sl 178 over Creek in Hunt County, Texas. It was built in 1975, so it is 50 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 4,035 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,420 by 2033. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesSl 178
CrossesCreek
Location0.35 MI W JCT SH50&SP178
RouteState Highway 178
StateTexas
Coordinates33.23755, -95.91833
Functional classUrban 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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
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 spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length23 ft (7 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,035 (2020)
Projected traffic11,420 by 2033
Trucks19%
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

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 Sl 178 over Creek built?

It was built in 1975, making it 50 years old in 2025.

What condition is Sl 178 over 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does Sl 178 over Creek carry?

About 4,035 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.

How long is Sl 178 over Creek?

The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns Sl 178 over Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.