SH 136 over South Palo Duro Creek
GoodHutchinson County, Texas · 1.1 MI S of FM 281 · Structure no. 041180079103010
- Built
- 2004
- 21 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 240 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 812
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 136 over South Palo Duro Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 136 over South Palo Duro Creek in Hutchinson County, Texas. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 years old, younger 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 812 vehicles a day, roughly 41% of them trucks, projected to reach 980 by 2032. The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 136 over South Palo Duro Creek built?
It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 136 over South Palo Duro 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does SH 136 over South Palo Duro Creek carry?
About 812 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 41% are trucks.
How long is SH 136 over South Palo Duro Creek?
The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns SH 136 over South Palo Duro Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.