SH 7 over Buck Creek
GoodLeon County, Texas · 4.95 MI E of US 79 · Structure no. 171450033503015
- Built
- 1947
- 78 years old, rebuilt 1988
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 80 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,858
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 7 over Buck Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying SH 7 over Buck Creek in Leon County, Texas. It was built in 1947 and reconstructed in 1988, so it is 78 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 2,858 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,140 by 2033. The structure is 80 ft (24.4 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 7 over Buck Creek built?
It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1988.
What condition is SH 7 over Buck 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does SH 7 over Buck Creek carry?
About 2,858 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is SH 7 over Buck Creek?
The structure is 80 ft (24.4 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns SH 7 over Buck Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.