US Bridges

SH 95 over S Fork Mustang Creek

Good

Lavaca County, Texas · 2.6 MI N of US 77A · Structure no. 131430032403010

Built
1930
95 years old, rebuilt 1973
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
43 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
4,042
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 95 over S Fork Mustang Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 95 over S Fork Mustang Creek in Lavaca County, Texas. It was built in 1930 and reconstructed in 1973, so it is 95 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 4,042 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,250 by 2033. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long and 51 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

Location

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CarriesSH 95
CrossesS Fork Mustang Creek
Location2.6 MI N of US 77A
RouteState Highway 95
CountyLavaca County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.35387, -97.15789
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadH 15
Structure length43 ft (13.1 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width51 ft (15.4 m)
Roadway width48 ft (14.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,042 (2020)
Projected traffic7,250 by 2033
Trucks19%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 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 SH 95 over S Fork Mustang Creek built?

It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1973.

What condition is SH 95 over S Fork Mustang 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does SH 95 over S Fork Mustang Creek carry?

About 4,042 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.

How long is SH 95 over S Fork Mustang Creek?

The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 51 ft wide.

Who owns SH 95 over S Fork Mustang Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.