Center Street over Branch of Smith Creek
GoodLamar County, Texas · 0.5 MI E of FM 79 · Structure no. 011390B00135001
- Built
- 1979
- 46 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 39 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,341
- 2023 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Center Street over Branch of Smith Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Center Street over Branch of Smith Creek in Lamar County, Texas. It was built in 1979, so it is 46 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 1,341 vehicles a day, projected to reach 2,500 by 2030. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Center Street over Branch of Smith Creek built?
It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.
What condition is Center Street over Branch of Smith 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does Center Street over Branch of Smith Creek carry?
About 1,341 vehicles per day (2023 count).
How long is Center Street over Branch of Smith Creek?
The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.
Who owns Center Street over Branch of Smith Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.