US Bridges

US 180 over Trib Pollard Creek

Good

Palo Pinto County, Texas · 0.15 MI E of SH 337 · Structure no. 021820000710077

Built
1961
64 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
23 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
6,655
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 180 over Trib Pollard Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 180 over Trib Pollard Creek in Palo Pinto County, Texas. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 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 6,655 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,380 by 2037. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long.

CarriesUS 180
CrossesTrib Pollard Creek
Location0.15 MI E of SH 337
RouteU.S. Route 180
StateTexas
Coordinates32.80359, -98.15631
Functional classUrban Other Principal 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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
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
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length23 ft (7 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,655 (2024)
Projected traffic10,380 by 2037
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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 180 over Trib Pollard Creek built?

It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 180 over Trib Pollard 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 2023.

How much traffic does US 180 over Trib Pollard Creek carry?

About 6,655 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is US 180 over Trib Pollard Creek?

The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).

Who owns US 180 over Trib Pollard Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.