US 175 over Spencers Creek
FairKaufman County, Texas · 3.20 MI SE of SH 34 · Structure no. 181300019704075
- Built
- 1937
- 88 years old, rebuilt 1981
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 56 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 21,787
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 175 over Spencers Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 175 over Spencers Creek in Kaufman County, Texas. It was built in 1937 and reconstructed in 1981, so it is 88 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 21,787 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 39,470 by 2035. The structure is 56 ft (17.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 | 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 175 over Spencers Creek built?
It was built in 1937, making it 88 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1981.
What condition is US 175 over Spencers 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does US 175 over Spencers Creek carry?
About 21,787 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is US 175 over Spencers Creek?
The structure is 56 ft (17.1 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).
Who owns US 175 over Spencers Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.