Bethel RD over Little Lake Creek
PoorMontgomery County, Texas · 2.2 MI S of SH 149 · Structure no. 121700AA0133001
- Built
- 1990
- 35 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 35 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 100
- 2013 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Bethel RD over Little Lake Creek is a steel culvert carrying Bethel RD over Little Lake Creek in Montgomery County, Texas. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 years old, younger 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.
It carries about 100 vehicles a day, projected to reach 120 by 2033. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).
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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.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Bethel RD over Little Lake Creek built?
It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.
What condition is Bethel RD over Little Lake 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does Bethel RD over Little Lake Creek carry?
About 100 vehicles per day (2013 count).
How long is Bethel RD over Little Lake Creek?
The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns Bethel RD over Little Lake Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.