SH 29 over Five Mile Creek
FairMenard County, Texas · 0.58 MI E of RM 1221 · Structure no. 071640039601007
- Built
- 1938
- 87 years old, rebuilt 1964
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 84 ft
- 11 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,013
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 29 over Five Mile Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 29 over Five Mile Creek in Menard County, Texas. It was built in 1938 and reconstructed in 1964, so it is 87 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 1,013 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 900 by 2033. The structure is 84 ft (25.6 m) long.
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 29 over Five Mile Creek built?
It was built in 1938, making it 87 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1964.
What condition is SH 29 over Five Mile 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 2024.
How much traffic does SH 29 over Five Mile Creek carry?
About 1,013 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is SH 29 over Five Mile Creek?
The structure is 84 ft (25.6 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).
Who owns SH 29 over Five Mile Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.