US 81 over Buzzardwing Creek
FairMontague County, Texas · 3.9 MI S of US 82 · Structure no. 031690001303018
- Built
- 1936
- 89 years old, rebuilt 1968
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 35 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,595
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 81 over Buzzardwing Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 81 over Buzzardwing Creek in Montague County, Texas. It was built in 1936 and reconstructed in 1968, so it is 89 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 1,595 vehicles a day, roughly 26% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,060 by 2033. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).
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 US 81 over Buzzardwing Creek built?
It was built in 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1968.
What condition is US 81 over Buzzardwing 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does US 81 over Buzzardwing Creek carry?
About 1,595 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 26% are trucks.
How long is US 81 over Buzzardwing Creek?
The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns US 81 over Buzzardwing Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.