SH 27 over Welch Creek
GoodKerr County, Texas · 1.8 MI SE of SH 41 · Structure no. 151330014203046
- Built
- 1948
- 77 years old, rebuilt 1960
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 25 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,515
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 27 over Welch Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 27 over Welch Creek in Kerr County, Texas. It was built in 1948 and reconstructed in 1960, so it is 77 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 1,515 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,550 by 2033. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 55.9 mi (90 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 SH 27 over Welch Creek built?
It was built in 1948, making it 77 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1960.
What condition is SH 27 over Welch 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does SH 27 over Welch Creek carry?
About 1,515 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is SH 27 over Welch Creek?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns SH 27 over Welch Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.