US 96 over Harts Creek
FairJasper County, Texas · 1.70 MI S of US 190 · Structure no. 201220006501074
- Built
- 1959
- 66 years old, rebuilt 2007
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10,522
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 96 over Harts Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 96 over Harts Creek in Jasper County, Texas. It was built in 1959 and reconstructed in 2007, so it is 66 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.
It carries about 10,522 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,887 by 2042. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 96 over Harts Creek built?
It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2007.
What condition is US 96 over Harts 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does US 96 over Harts Creek carry?
About 10,522 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is US 96 over Harts Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US 96 over Harts Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.