US 180 over Flat Creek
FairJones County, Texas · 2.10 MI W of US 83 · Structure no. 081280029604021
- Built
- 1926
- 99 years old, rebuilt 1970
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 51 ft
- 9 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,299
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 180 over Flat Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 180 over Flat Creek in Jones County, Texas. It was built in 1926 and reconstructed in 1970, so it is 99 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 1,299 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,170 by 2033. The structure is 51 ft (15.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.3 mi (31 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 180 over Flat Creek built?
It was built in 1926, making it 99 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1970.
What condition is US 180 over Flat 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does US 180 over Flat Creek carry?
About 1,299 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.
How long is US 180 over Flat Creek?
The structure is 51 ft (15.5 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m).
Who owns US 180 over Flat Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.