SH 27 over Dry Creek
GoodKerr County, Texas · 3.0 MI S of SH 16 · Structure no. 151330014205033
- Built
- 1938
- 87 years old, rebuilt 1959
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 33 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10,910
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 27 over Dry Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 27 over Dry Creek in Kerr County, Texas. It was built in 1938 and reconstructed in 1959, 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 10,910 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,080 by 2033. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 27 over Dry Creek built?
It was built in 1938, making it 87 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1959.
What condition is SH 27 over Dry 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 Dry Creek carry?
About 10,910 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is SH 27 over Dry Creek?
The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m).
Who owns SH 27 over Dry Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.