SH 243 over Little Cottonwood Creek
GoodKaufman County, Texas · 2.65 MI E of FM 2727 · Structure no. 181300052201031
- Built
- 1951
- 74 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 43 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,883
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 243 over Little Cottonwood Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 243 over Little Cottonwood Creek in Kaufman County, Texas. It was built in 1951, so it is 74 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 2,883 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,094 by 2042. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 243 over Little Cottonwood Creek built?
It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 243 over Little Cottonwood 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does SH 243 over Little Cottonwood Creek carry?
About 2,883 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is SH 243 over Little Cottonwood Creek?
The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns SH 243 over Little Cottonwood Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.