US Bridges

CR 104/OLRINGGOLD over Beaver Creek

PoorPosted for load

Montague County, Texas · 1.9 MI NW of Ringgold · Structure no. 031690AA0104001

Built
1919
106 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected May 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
44 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

CR 104/OLRINGGOLD over Beaver Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying CR 104/OLRINGGOLD over Beaver Creek in Montague County, Texas. It was built in 1919, so it is 106 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 2 vehicles a day, projected to reach 30 by 2027. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long and 17 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesCR 104/OLRINGGOLD
CrossesBeaver Creek
Location1.9 MI NW of Ringgold
RouteCounty Highway 104
StateTexas
Coordinates33.82826, -97.96687
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Superstructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length44 ft (13.4 m)
Longest span21 ft (6.4 m)
Deck width17 ft (5.3 m)
Roadway width16 ft (4.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2 (2020)
Projected traffic30 by 2027
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 CR 104/OLRINGGOLD over Beaver Creek built?

It was built in 1919, making it 106 years old in 2025.

What condition is CR 104/OLRINGGOLD over Beaver Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in May 2023.

How much traffic does CR 104/OLRINGGOLD over Beaver Creek carry?

About 2 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is CR 104/OLRINGGOLD over Beaver Creek?

The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.4 m) and a deck 17 ft wide.

Who owns CR 104/OLRINGGOLD over Beaver Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.