US Bridges

Davidson Cem Pct 3 over S Fork Palo Pinto Creek

Good

Palo Pinto County, Texas · 2.7 MI E of SH 16 · Structure no. 021820AA0229001

Built
2002
23 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
145 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
330
2016 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Davidson Cem Pct 3 over S Fork Palo Pinto Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Davidson Cem Pct 3 over S Fork Palo Pinto Creek in Palo Pinto County, Texas. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 years old, younger 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 330 vehicles a day, projected to reach 380 by 2036. The structure is 145 ft (44.2 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesDavidson Cem Pct 3
CrossesS Fork Palo Pinto Creek
Location2.7 MI E of SH 16
RouteCounty Highway 0
StateTexas
Coordinates32.54397, -98.45316
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length145 ft (44.2 m)
Longest span65 ft (19.8 m)
Deck width30 ft (9.1 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic330 (2016)
Projected traffic380 by 2036
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Davidson Cem Pct 3 over S Fork Palo Pinto Creek built?

It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.

What condition is Davidson Cem Pct 3 over S Fork Palo Pinto 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does Davidson Cem Pct 3 over S Fork Palo Pinto Creek carry?

About 330 vehicles per day (2016 count).

How long is Davidson Cem Pct 3 over S Fork Palo Pinto Creek?

The structure is 145 ft (44.2 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.8 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns Davidson Cem Pct 3 over S Fork Palo Pinto Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.