US Bridges

SH 338 over Watson Creek

Fair

Morris County, Texas · 2.20 MI S of FM 161 · Structure no. 191720062201004

Built
1964
61 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
25 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,225
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 338 over Watson Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 338 over Watson Creek in Morris County, Texas. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 1,225 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,715 by 2042. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

CarriesSH 338
CrossesWatson Creek
Location2.20 MI S of FM 161
RouteState Highway 338
StateTexas
Coordinates33.1563, -94.68597
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length25 ft (7.6 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,225 (2022)
Projected traffic1,715 by 2042
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 SH 338 over Watson Creek built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 338 over Watson 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does SH 338 over Watson Creek carry?

About 1,225 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is SH 338 over Watson Creek?

The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns SH 338 over Watson Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.