US 175 over Kemp Creek
GoodKaufman County, Texas · 1.94 MI SE of SH 274 · Structure no. 181300019705066
- Built
- 1938
- 87 years old, rebuilt 1958
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 16,671
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 175 over Kemp Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 175 over Kemp Creek in Kaufman County, Texas. It was built in 1938 and reconstructed in 1958, so it is 87 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 16,671 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 30,341 by 2042. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long and 209 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 175 over Kemp Creek built?
It was built in 1938, making it 87 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1958.
What condition is US 175 over Kemp Creek 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 over Kemp Creek carry?
About 16,671 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is US 175 over Kemp Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 209 ft wide.
Who owns US 175 over Kemp Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.