US Bridges

SH 63 over Angelina River Relief

Good

Jasper County, Texas · 1.65 MI SE of Re 255 · Structure no. 201220024402060

Built
1961
64 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
25 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,013
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 63 over Angelina River Relief is a concrete culvert carrying SH 63 over Angelina River Relief in Jasper County, Texas. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 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 3,013 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,840 by 2033. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long and 52 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).

CarriesSH 63
CrossesAngelina River Relief
Location1.65 MI SE of Re 255
RouteState Highway 63
StateTexas
Coordinates31.01122, -94.15956
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable 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
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length25 ft (7.6 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width52 ft (15.9 m)
Roadway width51 ft (15.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,013 (2022)
Projected traffic4,840 by 2033
Trucks17%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed11.2 mi (18 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 63 over Angelina River Relief built?

It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 63 over Angelina River Relief 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does SH 63 over Angelina River Relief carry?

About 3,013 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.

How long is SH 63 over Angelina River Relief?

The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.

Who owns SH 63 over Angelina River Relief?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.