SH 12 over Adams Bayou
GoodOrange County, Texas · 2.9 Mi. SW of Newton Cl · Structure no. 201810049903091
- Built
- 1945
- 80 years old, rebuilt 1971
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 20 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,961
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 12 over Adams Bayou is a concrete culvert carrying SH 12 over Adams Bayou in Orange County, Texas. It was built in 1945 and reconstructed in 1971, so it is 80 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 6,961 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,150 by 2030. The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long and 86 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 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 Adams Bayou built?
It was built in 1945, making it 80 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1971.
What condition is SH 12 over Adams Bayou 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 Adams Bayou carry?
About 6,961 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is SH 12 over Adams Bayou?
The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 86 ft wide.
Who owns SH 12 over Adams Bayou?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.