US Bridges

SH 31 over Big Rush Crk Rel

Good

Navarro County, Texas · 10.40 MI E of IH45 · Structure no. 181750016302008

Built
1931
94 years old, rebuilt 1972
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
35 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
8,530
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 31 over Big Rush Crk Rel is a concrete culvert carrying SH 31 over Big Rush Crk Rel in Navarro County, Texas. It was built in 1931 and reconstructed in 1972, so it is 94 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 8,530 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,940 by 2033. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.3 mi (31 km).

CarriesSH 31
CrossesBig Rush Crk Rel
Location10.40 MI E of IH45
RouteState Highway 31
StateTexas
Coordinates32.12658, -96.26814
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 inspectionMarch 2024
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 adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadH 15
Structure length35 ft (10.7 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,530 (2013)
Projected traffic11,940 by 2033
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed19.3 mi (31 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 Big Rush Crk Rel built?

It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1972.

What condition is SH 31 over Big Rush Crk Rel 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 31 over Big Rush Crk Rel carry?

About 8,530 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is SH 31 over Big Rush Crk Rel?

The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns SH 31 over Big Rush Crk Rel?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.