US Bridges

SH 50 & 24 over Dunbar Creek

Good

Hunt County, Texas · .2 MI Sjct SH24/50&FM2736 · Structure no. 011170076801008

Built
1952
73 years old, rebuilt 1987
Condition
Good
inspected January 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
23 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
7,615
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 50 & 24 over Dunbar Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 50 & 24 over Dunbar Creek in Hunt County, Texas. It was built in 1952 and reconstructed in 1987, so it is 73 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 7,615 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,890 by 2033. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long.

CarriesSH 50 & 24
CrossesDunbar Creek
Location.2 MI Sjct SH24/50&FM2736
RouteState Highway 24
StateTexas
Coordinates33.17533, -95.93785
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 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 alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
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 traffic7,615 (2020)
Projected traffic9,890 by 2033
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 50 & 24 over Dunbar Creek built?

It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1987.

What condition is SH 50 & 24 over Dunbar 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 January 2023.

How much traffic does SH 50 & 24 over Dunbar Creek carry?

About 7,615 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is SH 50 & 24 over Dunbar Creek?

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

Who owns SH 50 & 24 over Dunbar Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.