SH 146 over East Prong Old River
FairLiberty County, Texas · 3.8 MI S of US 90 · Structure no. 201460038901015
- Built
- 1936
- 89 years old, rebuilt 2011
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 44 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 13,246
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 146 over East Prong Old River is a concrete culvert carrying SH 146 over East Prong Old River in Liberty County, Texas. It was built in 1936 and reconstructed in 2011, so it is 89 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 13,246 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,240 by 2033. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long and 84 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 146 over East Prong Old River built?
It was built in 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2011.
What condition is SH 146 over East Prong Old River 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does SH 146 over East Prong Old River carry?
About 13,246 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is SH 146 over East Prong Old River?
The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 84 ft wide.
Who owns SH 146 over East Prong Old River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.