US Bridges

SH 21 over Angelina River Relief

Good

Nacogdoches County, Texas · 16.4 MI W of US 59 · Structure no. 111740011806083

Built
1998
27 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
492 ft
7 main spans
Daily traffic
2,131
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 21 over Angelina River Relief is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 21 over Angelina River Relief in Nacogdoches County, Texas. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 years old, younger 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 2,131 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,983 by 2040. The structure is 492 ft (150 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).

CarriesSH 21
CrossesAngelina River Relief
Location16.4 MI W of US 59
RouteState Highway 21
StateTexas
Coordinates31.67199, -94.94442
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans7
Design loadHS 20
Structure length492 ft (150 m)
Longest span72 ft (21.9 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.8 m)
Roadway width43 ft (13.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,131 (2020)
Projected traffic2,983 by 2040
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed11.2 mi (18 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SH 21 over Angelina River Relief built?

It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 21 over Angelina River Relief 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 Angelina River Relief carry?

About 2,131 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is SH 21 over Angelina River Relief?

The structure is 492 ft (150 m) long with a longest span of 72 ft (21.9 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns SH 21 over Angelina River Relief?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.