US Bridges

SH 80 over Ecleto Creek Draw

Fair

Karnes County, Texas · 4.6 MI S of SH 119 · Structure no. 161290034803007

Built
1930
95 years old, rebuilt 1974
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
34 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
4,338
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 80 over Ecleto Creek Draw is a concrete culvert carrying SH 80 over Ecleto Creek Draw in Karnes County, Texas. It was built in 1930 and reconstructed in 1974, so it is 95 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 4,338 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,090 by 2033. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long and 85 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

Location

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CarriesSH 80
CrossesEcleto Creek Draw
Location4.6 MI S of SH 119
RouteState Highway 80
CountyKarnes County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.0655, -97.79466
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
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 spans5
Design loadH 15
Structure length34 ft (10.4 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width85 ft (26 m)
Roadway width48 ft (14.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,338 (2020)
Projected traffic8,090 by 2033
Trucks24%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 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 SH 80 over Ecleto Creek Draw built?

It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1974.

What condition is SH 80 over Ecleto Creek Draw 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does SH 80 over Ecleto Creek Draw carry?

About 4,338 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.

How long is SH 80 over Ecleto Creek Draw?

The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 85 ft wide.

Who owns SH 80 over Ecleto Creek Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.