Business US 181 over Nichols Creek
GoodKarnes County, Texas · 0.4 MI NE of FM 2509 · Structure no. 161290010011082
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 54 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,520
- 2013 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Business US 181 over Nichols Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Business US 181 over Nichols Creek in Karnes County, Texas. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 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 2,520 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,530 by 2033. The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Business US 181 over Nichols Creek built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.
What condition is Business US 181 over Nichols Creek 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does Business US 181 over Nichols Creek carry?
About 2,520 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is Business US 181 over Nichols Creek?
The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.
Who owns Business US 181 over Nichols Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.