US Bridges

SH 31 over Rush Creek Relief

Good

Navarro County, Texas · 11.05 MI W of IH45 · Structure no. 181750016204057

Built
1942
83 years old, rebuilt 1989
Condition
Good
inspected December 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
54 ft
7 main spans
Daily traffic
5,853
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 31 over Rush Creek Relief is a concrete culvert carrying SH 31 over Rush Creek Relief in Navarro County, Texas. It was built in 1942 and reconstructed in 1989, so it is 83 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 5,853 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,000 by 2033. The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesSH 31
CrossesRush Creek Relief
Location11.05 MI W of IH45
RouteState Highway 31
StateTexas
Coordinates32.01199, -96.59066
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionDecember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans7
Design loadH 15
Structure length54 ft (16.5 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,853 (2019)
Projected traffic8,000 by 2033
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 31 over Rush Creek Relief built?

It was built in 1942, making it 83 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1989.

What condition is SH 31 over Rush Creek 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 December 2023.

How much traffic does SH 31 over Rush Creek Relief carry?

About 5,853 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is SH 31 over Rush Creek Relief?

The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).

Who owns SH 31 over Rush Creek Relief?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.