US Bridges

US 180 over Red Mud Creek Trib

Good

Jones County, Texas · 0.50 MI W of US 83 · Structure no. 081280029604046

Built
1926
99 years old, rebuilt 1946
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
47 ft
9 main spans
Daily traffic
1,611
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 180 over Red Mud Creek Trib is a concrete culvert carrying US 180 over Red Mud Creek Trib in Jones County, Texas. It was built in 1926 and reconstructed in 1946, 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 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 1,611 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,530 by 2033. The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.3 mi (31 km).

CarriesUS 180
CrossesRed Mud Creek Trib
Location0.50 MI W of US 83
RouteU.S. Route 180
StateTexas
Coordinates32.75167, -99.90567
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum 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
DeckNot applicable
Main spans9
Design loadH 15
Structure length47 ft (14.3 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,611 (2023)
Projected traffic2,530 by 2033
Trucks24%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed19.3 mi (31 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 180 over Red Mud Creek Trib built?

It was built in 1926, making it 99 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1946.

What condition is US 180 over Red Mud Creek Trib 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does US 180 over Red Mud Creek Trib carry?

About 1,611 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.

How long is US 180 over Red Mud Creek Trib?

The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns US 180 over Red Mud Creek Trib?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.