US Bridges

SH 198 over Mabank Creek

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Kaufman County, Texas · 0.40 MI NE of US 175 · Structure no. 181300044302017

Built
1962
63 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
30 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
8,890
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 198 over Mabank Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 198 over Mabank Creek in Kaufman County, Texas. It was built in 1962, so it is 63 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 8,890 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,350 by 2033. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesSH 198
CrossesMabank Creek
Location0.40 MI NE of US 175
RouteState Highway 198
CountyKaufman County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.38032, -96.09179
Functional classUrban Collector

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 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
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
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
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadOther
Structure length30 ft (9.1 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width43 ft (13.1 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,890 (2023)
Projected traffic8,350 by 2033
Trucks17%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$3,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SH 198 over Mabank Creek built?

It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 198 over Mabank 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does SH 198 over Mabank Creek carry?

About 8,890 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.

How long is SH 198 over Mabank Creek?

The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns SH 198 over Mabank Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.