US 181 Bus over Nichols Creek
FairKarnes County, Texas · 0.10 MI S of FM 2509 · Structure no. 161290010011078
- Built
- 1957
- 68 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 43 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,379
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 181 Bus over Nichols Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 181 Bus over Nichols Creek in Karnes 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 1,379 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,931 by 2042. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 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 US 181 Bus over Nichols Creek built?
It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 181 Bus over Nichols 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does US 181 Bus over Nichols Creek carry?
About 1,379 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is US 181 Bus over Nichols Creek?
The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.
Who owns US 181 Bus over Nichols Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.