US Bridges

SH 14 over Gentry Creek

Good

Limestone County, Texas · 1.80 MI N of SH 7 · Structure no. 091470009306035

Built
1933
92 years old, rebuilt 1973
Condition
Good
inspected December 2022
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
23 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,814
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 14 over Gentry Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 14 over Gentry Creek in Limestone County, Texas. It was built in 1933 and reconstructed in 1973, so it is 92 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 1,814 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,590 by 2038. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long.

CarriesSH 14
CrossesGentry Creek
Location1.80 MI N of SH 7
RouteState Highway 14
StateTexas
Coordinates31.33207, -96.62134
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 inspectionDecember 2022
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44.6 US tons
Inventory rating26.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length23 ft (7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,814 (2018)
Projected traffic2,590 by 2038
Trucks20%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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 proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$400,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SH 14 over Gentry Creek built?

It was built in 1933, making it 92 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1973.

What condition is SH 14 over Gentry 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 December 2022.

How much traffic does SH 14 over Gentry Creek carry?

About 1,814 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.

How long is SH 14 over Gentry Creek?

The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns SH 14 over Gentry Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.