US Bridges

US 175 WB over Little Cottonwood Re

Good

Kaufman County, Texas · 0.45 MI NW of FM 2860 · Structure no. 181300019704220

Built
1984
41 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
45 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
11,933
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 175 WB over Little Cottonwood Re is a concrete culvert carrying US 175 WB over Little Cottonwood Re in Kaufman County, Texas. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 years old, younger 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 11,933 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 38,816 by 2042. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long and 85 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 175 WB
CrossesLittle Cottonwood Re
Location0.45 MI NW of FM 2860
RouteU.S. Route 175
StateTexas
Coordinates32.49988, -96.25893
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 inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: 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 spans6
Design loadHS 20
Structure length45 ft (13.7 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width85 ft (26 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11,933 (2023)
Projected traffic38,816 by 2042
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 175 WB over Little Cottonwood Re built?

It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 175 WB over Little Cottonwood Re 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does US 175 WB over Little Cottonwood Re carry?

About 11,933 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is US 175 WB over Little Cottonwood Re?

The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 85 ft wide.

Who owns US 175 WB over Little Cottonwood Re?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.