US Bridges

US 84 WB over Tehuacana Creek Relief

Good

McLennan County, Texas · 0.8 MI SW of SH 31 · Structure no. 091610016201101

Built
2003
22 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
225 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
7,949
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 84 WB over Tehuacana Creek Relief is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 84 WB over Tehuacana Creek Relief in McLennan County, Texas. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 years old, younger 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 7,949 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,715 by 2037. The structure is 225 ft (68.6 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 84 WB
CrossesTehuacana Creek Relief
Location0.8 MI SW of SH 31
RouteU.S. Route 84
StateTexas
Coordinates31.62203, -97.04127
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length225 ft (68.6 m)
Longest span75 ft (22.9 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.2 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,949 (2020)
Projected traffic9,715 by 2037
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 84 WB over Tehuacana Creek Relief built?

It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 84 WB over Tehuacana Creek Relief 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does US 84 WB over Tehuacana Creek Relief carry?

About 7,949 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is US 84 WB over Tehuacana Creek Relief?

The structure is 225 ft (68.6 m) long with a longest span of 75 ft (22.9 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns US 84 WB over Tehuacana Creek Relief?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.