US Bridges

SH 105 over Batiste Creek

Good

Liberty County, Texas · 2.80 MI E of SH 146 · Structure no. 201460095101002

Built
1955
70 years old, rebuilt 1971
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
46 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
4,576
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 105 over Batiste Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 105 over Batiste Creek in Liberty County, Texas. It was built in 1955 and reconstructed in 1971, so it is 70 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 4,576 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,406 by 2042. The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long and 55 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).

CarriesSH 105
CrossesBatiste Creek
Location2.80 MI E of SH 146
RouteState Highway 105
StateTexas
Coordinates30.24728, -94.6947
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2024
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 rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans6
Design loadH 20
Structure length46 ft (14 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width55 ft (16.8 m)
Roadway width46 ft (14 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,576 (2022)
Projected traffic6,406 by 2042
Trucks21%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.2 mi (18 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 105 over Batiste Creek built?

It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1971.

What condition is SH 105 over Batiste 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does SH 105 over Batiste Creek carry?

About 4,576 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.

How long is SH 105 over Batiste Creek?

The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 55 ft wide.

Who owns SH 105 over Batiste Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.