SH 72 over Ojo De Agua Creek
FairKarnes County, Texas · 2.4 MI E of FM 81 · Structure no. 161290027003011
- Built
- 1922
- 103 years old, rebuilt 1996
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,829
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 72 over Ojo De Agua Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 72 over Ojo De Agua Creek in Karnes County, Texas. It was built in 1922 and reconstructed in 1996, so it is 103 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 3,829 vehicles a day, roughly 29% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,361 by 2042. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long and 85 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 72 over Ojo De Agua Creek built?
It was built in 1922, making it 103 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1996.
What condition is SH 72 over Ojo De Agua 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 2024.
How much traffic does SH 72 over Ojo De Agua Creek carry?
About 3,829 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 29% are trucks.
How long is SH 72 over Ojo De Agua Creek?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 4 ft (1.2 m) and a deck 85 ft wide.
Who owns SH 72 over Ojo De Agua Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.