SH 240 over China Creek
GoodMontague County, Texas · 0.9 MI W of SH 25 · Structure no. 032430051401007
- Built
- 1938
- 87 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 30 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 576
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 240 over China Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 240 over China Creek in Montague County, Texas. It was built in 1938, 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 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 576 vehicles a day, roughly 29% of them trucks, projected to reach 540 by 2033. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 240 over China Creek built?
It was built in 1938, making it 87 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 240 over China 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does SH 240 over China Creek carry?
About 576 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 29% are trucks.
How long is SH 240 over China Creek?
The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.
Who owns SH 240 over China Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.