SH 27 over Silver Creek
GoodKerr County, Texas · 5.7 MI S of SH 16 · Structure no. 151330014205019
- Built
- 1931
- 94 years old, rebuilt 1954
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 115 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,680
- 2013 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 27 over Silver Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying SH 27 over Silver Creek in Kerr County, Texas. It was built in 1931 and reconstructed in 1954, so it is 94 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 6,680 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,350 by 2033. The structure is 115 ft (35.1 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 27 over Silver Creek built?
It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1954.
What condition is SH 27 over Silver 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does SH 27 over Silver Creek carry?
About 6,680 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is SH 27 over Silver Creek?
The structure is 115 ft (35.1 m) long with a longest span of 38 ft (11.6 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns SH 27 over Silver Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.