US Bridges

US 82 over Hill Creek

Good

Lamar County, Texas · 2.0 MI W of FM 38 (east) · Structure no. 011390004508080

Built
1946
79 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
28 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
7,168
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 82 over Hill Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 82 over Hill Creek in Lamar County, Texas. It was built in 1946, so it is 79 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 7,168 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,650 by 2033. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesUS 82
CrossesHill Creek
Location2.0 MI W of FM 38 (east)
RouteU.S. Route 82
StateTexas
Coordinates33.64169, -95.73122
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
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 spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length28 ft (8.5 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,168 (2020)
Projected traffic8,650 by 2033
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
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 Hill Creek built?

It was built in 1946, making it 79 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 82 over Hill 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 December 2024.

How much traffic does US 82 over Hill Creek carry?

About 7,168 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is US 82 over Hill Creek?

The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns US 82 over Hill Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.