SH 29 over French John Creek
GoodLlano County, Texas · 14.4 MI E of SH 16 · Structure no. 141500015004025
- Built
- 1940
- 85 years old, rebuilt 1963
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 39 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,276
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 29 over French John Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 29 over French John Creek in Llano County, Texas. It was built in 1940 and reconstructed in 1963, so it is 85 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 5,276 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,918 by 2039. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long and 105 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 29 over French John Creek built?
It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1963.
What condition is SH 29 over French John 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 2023.
How much traffic does SH 29 over French John Creek carry?
About 5,276 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is SH 29 over French John Creek?
The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 105 ft wide.
Who owns SH 29 over French John Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.