SH 254 over Trib Dark Valley Creek
GoodPalo Pinto County, Texas · 1.5 MI E of SH 16 · Structure no. 021820036204020
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 38 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,972
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 254 over Trib Dark Valley Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 254 over Trib Dark Valley Creek in Palo Pinto County, Texas. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 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 1,972 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,800 by 2033. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.8 mi (27 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 254 over Trib Dark Valley Creek built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 254 over Trib Dark Valley 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 SH 254 over Trib Dark Valley Creek carry?
About 1,972 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is SH 254 over Trib Dark Valley Creek?
The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns SH 254 over Trib Dark Valley Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.