SH 63 over Lewis Creek
GoodJasper County, Texas · 0.53 MI NW of FM 1747 · Structure no. 201220024402063
- Built
- 1962
- 63 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 48 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,013
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 63 over Lewis Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 63 over Lewis Creek in Jasper County, Texas. It was built in 1962, so it is 63 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 48 ft (14.6 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 63 over Lewis Creek built?
It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 63 over Lewis 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does SH 63 over Lewis Creek carry?
About 3,013 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is SH 63 over Lewis Creek?
The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns SH 63 over Lewis Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.