US Bridges

SH 6 over Trib Shaw Creek

Fair

McLennan County, Texas · 3.90 MI SE Int Lp 340 · Structure no. 091610004901112

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
15,323
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 6 over Trib Shaw Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 6 over Trib Shaw Creek in McLennan County, Texas. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 15,323 vehicles a day, roughly 32% of them trucks, projected to reach 22,910 by 2033. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesSH 6
CrossesTrib Shaw Creek
Location3.90 MI SE Int Lp 340
RouteState Highway 6
CountyMcLennan County
StateTexas
Coordinates31.52404, -97.00937
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionApril 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 loadHS 20
Structure length26 ft (7.9 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15,323 (2020)
Projected traffic22,910 by 2033
Trucks32%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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$400,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SH 6 over Trib Shaw Creek built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 6 over Trib Shaw Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in April 2023.

How much traffic does SH 6 over Trib Shaw Creek carry?

About 15,323 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 32% are trucks.

How long is SH 6 over Trib Shaw Creek?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).

Who owns SH 6 over Trib Shaw Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.