US Bridges

SH 337 over Keechi Creek

Good

Palo Pinto County, Texas · 5.6 MI North of US 180 · Structure no. 021820283902002

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
28 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,290
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 337 over Keechi Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 337 over Keechi Creek in Palo Pinto County, Texas. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 2,290 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,860 by 2033. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

CarriesSH 337
CrossesKeechi Creek
Location5.6 MI North of US 180
RouteState Highway 337
StateTexas
Coordinates32.87942, -98.19924
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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
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 spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length28 ft (8.5 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,290 (2020)
Projected traffic2,860 by 2033
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 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 SH 337 over Keechi Creek built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 337 over Keechi 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 337 over Keechi Creek carry?

About 2,290 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is SH 337 over Keechi Creek?

The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns SH 337 over Keechi Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.