US Bridges

US 82 EB over Belknap Creek Trib

Good

Montague County, Texas · 2.8 MI E of US 81 · Structure no. 031690004404025

Built
1934
91 years old, rebuilt 1964
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
56 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
2,493
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 82 EB over Belknap Creek Trib is a concrete culvert carrying US 82 EB over Belknap Creek Trib in Montague County, Texas. It was built in 1934 and reconstructed in 1964, so it is 91 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 2,493 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,340 by 2033. The structure is 56 ft (17.1 m) long and 51 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 82 EB
CrossesBelknap Creek Trib
Location2.8 MI E of US 81
RouteU.S. Route 82
StateTexas
Coordinates33.80755, -97.88954
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
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable 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 length56 ft (17.1 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width51 ft (15.4 m)
Roadway width51 ft (15.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,493 (2020)
Projected traffic4,340 by 2033
Trucks24%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 US 82 EB over Belknap Creek Trib built?

It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1964.

What condition is US 82 EB over Belknap Creek Trib 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 2024.

How much traffic does US 82 EB over Belknap Creek Trib carry?

About 2,493 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.

How long is US 82 EB over Belknap Creek Trib?

The structure is 56 ft (17.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 51 ft wide.

Who owns US 82 EB over Belknap Creek Trib?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.