US Bridges

SH 6 over Trib of Tehuacana Crk

Good

McLennan County, Texas · 0.8 MI SE of Lp 340 · Structure no. 091610004901003

Built
1933
92 years old, rebuilt 1971
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
19,469
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 6 over Trib of Tehuacana Crk is a concrete culvert carrying SH 6 over Trib of Tehuacana Crk in McLennan County, Texas. It was built in 1933 and reconstructed in 1971, 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 19,469 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 23,740 by 2037. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesSH 6
CrossesTrib of Tehuacana Crk
Location0.8 MI SE of Lp 340
RouteState Highway 6
CountyMcLennan County
StateTexas
Coordinates31.54358, -97.05714
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
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
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length26 ft (7.9 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic19,469 (2018)
Projected traffic23,740 by 2037
Trucks18%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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 proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$800,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SH 6 over Trib of Tehuacana Crk built?

It was built in 1933, making it 92 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1971.

What condition is SH 6 over Trib of Tehuacana Crk 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does SH 6 over Trib of Tehuacana Crk carry?

About 19,469 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.

How long is SH 6 over Trib of Tehuacana Crk?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns SH 6 over Trib of Tehuacana Crk?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.