US Bridges

SH 123 over Manka Lake Slough

Good

Karnes County, Texas · 3.8 MI N of SH 80 · Structure no. 161290036606029

Built
1939
86 years old, rebuilt 1985
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
45 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
3,174
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 123 over Manka Lake Slough is a concrete culvert carrying SH 123 over Manka Lake Slough in Karnes County, Texas. It was built in 1939 and reconstructed in 1985, so it is 86 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 3,174 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,730 by 2033. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long and 68 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

CarriesSH 123
CrossesManka Lake Slough
Location3.8 MI N of SH 80
RouteState Highway 123
StateTexas
Coordinates28.94528, -97.90593
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
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 geometry9: Superior to present desirable 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 spans4
Design loadH 15
Structure length45 ft (13.7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width68 ft (20.7 m)
Roadway width66 ft (20.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,174 (2020)
Projected traffic6,730 by 2033
Trucks17%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

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 123 over Manka Lake Slough built?

It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1985.

What condition is SH 123 over Manka Lake Slough 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does SH 123 over Manka Lake Slough carry?

About 3,174 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.

How long is SH 123 over Manka Lake Slough?

The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 68 ft wide.

Who owns SH 123 over Manka Lake Slough?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.