SH 12 over Cole Creek
GoodOrange County, Texas · 0.30 MI SW of SH 62 · Structure no. 201810049903012
- Built
- 1948
- 77 years old, rebuilt 1971
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 25 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,308
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 12 over Cole Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 12 over Cole Creek in Orange County, Texas. It was built in 1948 and reconstructed in 1971, so it is 77 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 9,308 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,120 by 2033. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long and 85 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 12 over Cole Creek built?
It was built in 1948, making it 77 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1971.
What condition is SH 12 over Cole 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does SH 12 over Cole Creek carry?
About 9,308 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is SH 12 over Cole Creek?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 85 ft wide.
Who owns SH 12 over Cole Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.