US Bridges

US 82 over Newman Creek

Fair

King County, Texas · 8.70 MI E of US 83 · Structure no. 251350013301020

Built
1937
88 years old, rebuilt 1984
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,106
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 82 over Newman Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 82 over Newman Creek in King County, Texas. It was built in 1937 and reconstructed in 1984, so it is 88 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 2,106 vehicles a day, roughly 36% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,680 by 2042. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long.

CarriesUS 82
CrossesNewman Creek
Location8.70 MI E of US 83
RouteU.S. Route 82
StateTexas
Coordinates33.56445, -100.17606
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to 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 loadH 15
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 traffic2,106 (2022)
Projected traffic2,680 by 2042
Trucks36%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 US 82 over Newman Creek built?

It was built in 1937, making it 88 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1984.

What condition is US 82 over Newman Creek 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 2023.

How much traffic does US 82 over Newman Creek carry?

About 2,106 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 36% are trucks.

How long is US 82 over Newman Creek?

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

Who owns US 82 over Newman Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.