US Bridges

SH 49 over Hasty Creek

Good

Marion County, Texas · 5.45 MI NE of US 59 · Structure no. 191550022301014

Built
1951
74 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
44 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
1,240
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 49 over Hasty Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 49 over Hasty Creek in Marion County, Texas. It was built in 1951, so it is 74 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 1,240 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,930 by 2033. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

CarriesSH 49
CrossesHasty Creek
Location5.45 MI NE of US 59
RouteState Highway 49
StateTexas
Coordinates32.79768, -94.28937
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 inspectionSeptember 2024
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 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans5
Design loadH 15
Structure length44 ft (13.4 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 traffic1,240 (2023)
Projected traffic1,930 by 2033
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 km)
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SH 49 over Hasty Creek built?

It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 49 over Hasty 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does SH 49 over Hasty Creek carry?

About 1,240 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is SH 49 over Hasty Creek?

The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns SH 49 over Hasty Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.