US Bridges

CR F over Fork of Palo Duro Creek

FairPosted for load

Hutchinson County, Texas · 0.8 MI W of SH 136 · Structure no. 041180AA0108001

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Arch - Deck
Steel
Length
24 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
3
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

CR F over Fork of Palo Duro Creek is a steel arch - deck carrying CR F over Fork of Palo Duro Creek in Hutchinson County, Texas. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 3 vehicles a day, projected to reach 70 by 2027. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

Location

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CarriesCR F
CrossesFork of Palo Duro Creek
Location0.8 MI W of SH 136
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyHutchinson County
StateTexas
Coordinates35.97988, -101.47801
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourScour critical; extensive scour has occurred
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating38 US tons
Inventory rating23 US tons

Structure

Structure typeArch - Deck
MaterialSteel
DeckOther
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span24 ft (7.3 m)
Deck width27 ft (8.2 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3 (2020)
Projected traffic70 by 2027
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$1,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was CR F over Fork of Palo Duro Creek built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is CR F over Fork of Palo Duro 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does CR F over Fork of Palo Duro Creek carry?

About 3 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is CR F over Fork of Palo Duro Creek?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.

Who owns CR F over Fork of Palo Duro Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.