US Bridges

RM 1674 over Cedar Hollow

Fair

Kimble County, Texas · 4.97 MI E of Lp 291 Op · Structure no. 071340014118037

Built
1940
85 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
348
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

RM 1674 over Cedar Hollow is a concrete culvert carrying RM 1674 over Cedar Hollow in Kimble County, Texas. It was built in 1940, so it is 85 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 348 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 490 by 2033. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

Location

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CarriesRM 1674
CrossesCedar Hollow
Location4.97 MI E of Lp 291 Op
RouteState Highway 1674
CountyKimble County
StateTexas
Coordinates30.49941, -99.92421
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic348 (2022)
Projected traffic490 by 2033
Trucks19%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was RM 1674 over Cedar Hollow built?

It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025.

What condition is RM 1674 over Cedar Hollow in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in May 2024.

How much traffic does RM 1674 over Cedar Hollow carry?

About 348 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.

How long is RM 1674 over Cedar Hollow?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns RM 1674 over Cedar Hollow?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.