US Bridges

CR U over Wolf Creek Tributary

GoodPosted for load

Ochiltree County, Texas · 1.2 MI E of US 83 · Structure no. 041790AA0193002

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Arch - Deck
Steel
Length
37 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
95
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

CR U over Wolf Creek Tributary is a steel arch - deck carrying CR U over Wolf Creek Tributary in Ochiltree County, Texas. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 95 vehicles a day, projected to reach 310 by 2034. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.8 mi (27 km).

Location

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CarriesCR U
CrossesWolf Creek Tributary
Location1.2 MI E of US 83
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyOchiltree County
StateTexas
Coordinates36.23478, -100.71292
Functional classRural Local

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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating29 US tons
Inventory rating23 US tons

Structure

Structure typeArch - Deck
MaterialSteel
DeckCorrugated steel
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length37 ft (11.3 m)
Longest span18 ft (5.5 m)
Deck width28 ft (8.6 m)
Roadway width20 ft (6.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic95 (2020)
Projected traffic310 by 2034
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed16.8 mi (27 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 CR U over Wolf Creek Tributary built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is CR U over Wolf Creek Tributary 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does CR U over Wolf Creek Tributary carry?

About 95 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is CR U over Wolf Creek Tributary?

The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 18 ft (5.5 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns CR U over Wolf Creek Tributary?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.