SH 174 NB over E Buffalo Creek
GoodJohnson County, Texas · 2.4 MI N of US 67 · Structure no. 021270001901024
- Built
- 1951
- 74 years old, rebuilt 1971
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 110 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 11,188
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 174 NB over E Buffalo Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying SH 174 NB over E Buffalo Creek in Johnson County, Texas. It was built in 1951 and reconstructed in 1971, 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 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 11,188 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,730 by 2033. The structure is 110 ft (33.5 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 174 NB over E Buffalo Creek built?
It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1971.
What condition is SH 174 NB over E Buffalo 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does SH 174 NB over E Buffalo Creek carry?
About 11,188 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is SH 174 NB over E Buffalo Creek?
The structure is 110 ft (33.5 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns SH 174 NB over E Buffalo Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.