SH 174 over E Buffalo Creek Trib
FairJohnson County, Texas · 0.6 MI N of US 67 · Structure no. 021270001901023
- Built
- 1951
- 74 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 27 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 23,955
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 174 over E Buffalo Creek Trib is a concrete culvert carrying SH 174 over E Buffalo Creek Trib in Johnson County, Texas. It was built in 1951, so it is 74 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 23,955 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 33,460 by 2033. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 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 SH 174 over E Buffalo Creek Trib built?
It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 174 over E Buffalo Creek Trib 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does SH 174 over E Buffalo Creek Trib carry?
About 23,955 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is SH 174 over E Buffalo Creek Trib?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).
Who owns SH 174 over E Buffalo Creek Trib?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.