US Bridges

SH 174 over Trib to Buffalo Ck

Good

Johnson County, Texas · 2.8 MI S of SH 171 · Structure no. 021270051901015

Built
1955
70 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
51 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
8,889
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 174 over Trib to Buffalo Ck is a concrete culvert carrying SH 174 over Trib to Buffalo Ck in Johnson County, Texas. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 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 8,889 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,822 by 2042. The structure is 51 ft (15.5 m) long and 51 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.3 mi (23 km).

CarriesSH 174
CrossesTrib to Buffalo Ck
Location2.8 MI S of SH 171
RouteState Highway 174
StateTexas
Coordinates32.28847, -97.39125
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 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
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable 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
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadOther
Structure length51 ft (15.5 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width51 ft (15.6 m)
Roadway width46 ft (14 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,889 (2023)
Projected traffic15,822 by 2042
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.3 mi (23 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 proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$70,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SH 174 over Trib to Buffalo Ck built?

It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 174 over Trib to Buffalo Ck 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 over Trib to Buffalo Ck carry?

About 8,889 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is SH 174 over Trib to Buffalo Ck?

The structure is 51 ft (15.5 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 51 ft wide.

Who owns SH 174 over Trib to Buffalo Ck?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.