SH 21 over King Creek
GoodNacogdoches County, Texas · 12.7 MI W of US 59 · Structure no. 111740011806017
- Built
- 1935
- 90 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 114 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,765
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 21 over King Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying SH 21 over King Creek in Nacogdoches County, Texas. It was built in 1935, so it is 90 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 2,765 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,332 by 2040. The structure is 114 ft (34.7 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 21 over King Creek built?
It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 21 over King 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does SH 21 over King Creek carry?
About 2,765 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is SH 21 over King Creek?
The structure is 114 ft (34.7 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.5 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.
Who owns SH 21 over King Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.