US Bridges

SH 73 over Levi Gully

Good

Jefferson County, Texas · 9.9 MI E of SH 124 · Structure no. 201240050804041

Built
1954
71 years old, rebuilt 1995
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
37 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
14,476
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 73 over Levi Gully is a concrete culvert carrying SH 73 over Levi Gully in Jefferson County, Texas. It was built in 1954 and reconstructed in 1995, so it is 71 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 14,476 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 22,281 by 2042. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesSH 73
CrossesLevi Gully
Location9.9 MI E of SH 124
RouteState Highway 73
StateTexas
Coordinates29.83652, -94.18898
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
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 spans4
Design loadOther
Structure length37 ft (11.3 m)
Longest span5 ft (1.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,476 (2022)
Projected traffic22,281 by 2042
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 73 over Levi Gully built?

It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1995.

What condition is SH 73 over Levi Gully 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does SH 73 over Levi Gully carry?

About 14,476 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is SH 73 over Levi Gully?

The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m).

Who owns SH 73 over Levi Gully?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.