US Bridges

SH 103 over Durazno Bayou Rel.

Fair

Nacogdoches County, Texas · 0.8 MI W of FM 226 · Structure no. 111740033606037

Built
1965
60 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Concrete
Length
160 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
4,486
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 103 over Durazno Bayou Rel. is a concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 103 over Durazno Bayou Rel. in Nacogdoches County, Texas. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 4,486 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,389 by 2042. The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 37.9 mi (61 km).

Location

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CarriesSH 103
CrossesDurazno Bayou Rel.
Location0.8 MI W of FM 226
RouteState Highway 103
CountyNacogdoches County
StateTexas
Coordinates31.37338, -94.44586
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadH 20
Structure length160 ft (48.8 m)
Longest span40 ft (12.2 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.5 m)
Roadway width42 ft (12.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,486 (2024)
Projected traffic6,389 by 2042
Trucks22%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed37.9 mi (61 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 103 over Durazno Bayou Rel. built?

It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 103 over Durazno Bayou Rel. 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 SH 103 over Durazno Bayou Rel. carry?

About 4,486 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.

How long is SH 103 over Durazno Bayou Rel.?

The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns SH 103 over Durazno Bayou Rel.?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.