SH 174 over Town Creek
FairJohnson County, Texas · 1.2 MI SW of IH 35W · Structure no. 021270001901031
- Built
- 1957
- 68 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 43 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 43,220
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 174 over Town Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 174 over Town Creek in Johnson County, Texas. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 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 43,220 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 46,700 by 2033. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long and 100 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 Town Creek built?
It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 174 over Town Creek 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 Town Creek carry?
About 43,220 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is SH 174 over Town Creek?
The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 100 ft wide.
Who owns SH 174 over Town Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.