US Bridges

US 385 over Parker Creek

Good

Oldham County, Texas · 6.9 MI South JCT FM 1061 · Structure no. 041800022603013

Built
1951
74 years old, rebuilt 1976
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
43 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
2,099
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 385 over Parker Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 385 over Parker Creek in Oldham County, Texas. It was built in 1951 and reconstructed in 1976, so it is 74 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 2,099 vehicles a day, roughly 52% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,820 by 2033. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long and 58 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 385
CrossesParker Creek
Location6.9 MI South JCT FM 1061
RouteU.S. Route 385
StateTexas
Coordinates35.41663, -102.28014
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: 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 loadOther
Structure length43 ft (13.1 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width58 ft (17.6 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,099 (2020)
Projected traffic4,820 by 2033
Trucks52%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 US 385 over Parker Creek built?

It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1976.

What condition is US 385 over Parker Creek 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does US 385 over Parker Creek carry?

About 2,099 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 52% are trucks.

How long is US 385 over Parker Creek?

The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 58 ft wide.

Who owns US 385 over Parker Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.