US Bridges

SH 285 over Noriacitas Creek

Good

Jim Hogg County, Texas · Appx 0.7 MI E of FM 1017 · Structure no. 211250048201001

Built
1934
91 years old, rebuilt 1974
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
40 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
1,776
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 285 over Noriacitas Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 285 over Noriacitas Creek in Jim Hogg County, Texas. It was built in 1934 and reconstructed in 1974, so it is 91 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 1,776 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,800 by 2033. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).

CarriesSH 285
CrossesNoriacitas Creek
LocationAppx 0.7 MI E of FM 1017
RouteState Highway 285
StateTexas
Coordinates27.29689, -98.65005
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to 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 length40 ft (12.2 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,776 (2024)
Projected traffic1,800 by 2033
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.9 mi (24 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 285 over Noriacitas Creek built?

It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1974.

What condition is SH 285 over Noriacitas 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 2023.

How much traffic does SH 285 over Noriacitas Creek carry?

About 1,776 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is SH 285 over Noriacitas Creek?

The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns SH 285 over Noriacitas Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.