SH 105 over Tarkington Bayou Relief
GoodLiberty County, Texas · 3.1 MI SE of US 59 · Structure no. 201460059301010
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old, rebuilt 2017
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,521
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 105 over Tarkington Bayou Relief is a concrete culvert carrying SH 105 over Tarkington Bayou Relief in Liberty County, Texas. It was built in 1966 and reconstructed in 2017, so it is 59 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 8,521 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,640 by 2031. The structure is 22 ft (6.8 m) long and 73 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 105 over Tarkington Bayou Relief built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2017.
What condition is SH 105 over Tarkington Bayou Relief 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 2024.
How much traffic does SH 105 over Tarkington Bayou Relief carry?
About 8,521 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is SH 105 over Tarkington Bayou Relief?
The structure is 22 ft (6.8 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 73 ft wide.
Who owns SH 105 over Tarkington Bayou Relief?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.