US Bridges

Chambliss (cr 286) over Caney Creek

Good

Matagorda County, Texas · 1.10 MI W of FM 457 · Structure no. 131580AA0196001

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
250 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
557
2022 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Chambliss (cr 286) over Caney Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Chambliss (cr 286) over Caney Creek in Matagorda County, Texas. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 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 557 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 78 by 2042. The structure is 250 ft (76.2 m) long and 30 ft wide.

CarriesChambliss (cr 286)
CrossesCaney Creek
Location1.10 MI W of FM 457
RouteCounty Highway 286
StateTexas
Coordinates28.81053, -95.66749
Functional classRural Local

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 inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal 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 spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length250 ft (76.2 m)
Longest span50 ft (15.2 m)
Deck width30 ft (9.2 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic557 (2022)
Projected traffic78 by 2042
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 Chambliss (cr 286) over Caney Creek built?

It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.

What condition is Chambliss (cr 286) over Caney 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does Chambliss (cr 286) over Caney Creek carry?

About 557 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Chambliss (cr 286) over Caney Creek?

The structure is 250 ft (76.2 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns Chambliss (cr 286) over Caney Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.