US Bridges

SH 114 over Henderson Creek

Good

Jack County, Texas · 0.2 MI W of US-281 · Structure no. 021200044402012

Built
1939
86 years old, rebuilt 1962
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
53 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
1,748
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 114 over Henderson Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 114 over Henderson Creek in Jack County, Texas. It was built in 1939 and reconstructed in 1962, so it is 86 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 1,748 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,510 by 2033. The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.2 mi (47 km).

CarriesSH 114
CrossesHenderson Creek
Location0.2 MI W of US-281
RouteState Highway 114
StateTexas
Coordinates33.26074, -98.27395
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 inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than 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 spans6
Design loadH 15
Structure length53 ft (16.2 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width41 ft (12.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,748 (2023)
Projected traffic2,510 by 2033
Trucks19%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed29.2 mi (47 km)
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 114 over Henderson Creek built?

It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1962.

What condition is SH 114 over Henderson 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does SH 114 over Henderson Creek carry?

About 1,748 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.

How long is SH 114 over Henderson Creek?

The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns SH 114 over Henderson Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.