Lp 224 over SH 21
FairNacogdoches County, Texas · At JCT of Lp 224 & SH 21E · Structure no. 111740011808071
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 181 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,124
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Lp 224 over SH 21 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Lp 224 over SH 21 in Nacogdoches 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 7,124 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,974 by 2042. The structure is 181 ft (55.2 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Lp 224 over SH 21 built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is Lp 224 over SH 21 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does Lp 224 over SH 21 carry?
About 7,124 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.
How long is Lp 224 over SH 21?
The structure is 181 ft (55.2 m) long with a longest span of 45 ft (13.7 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns Lp 224 over SH 21?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.