US Bridges

SW 5th Ave - Pct 1 over Whatley Creek

Good

Palo Pinto County, Texas · 0.10 MI N JCT FM 2256 · Structure no. 021820AA0423002

Built
2020
5 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
120 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,044
2019 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

SW 5th Ave - Pct 1 over Whatley Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SW 5th Ave - Pct 1 over Whatley Creek in Palo Pinto County, Texas. It was built in 2020, so it is 5 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 1,044 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,461 by 2039. The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesSW 5th Ave - Pct 1
CrossesWhatley Creek
Location0.10 MI N JCT FM 2256
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyPalo Pinto County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.78317, -98.11804
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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
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 adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length120 ft (36.6 m)
Longest span120 ft (36.6 m)
Deck width32 ft (9.8 m)
Roadway width29 ft (8.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,044 (2019)
Projected traffic1,461 by 2039
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 SW 5th Ave - Pct 1 over Whatley Creek built?

It was built in 2020, making it 5 years old in 2025.

What condition is SW 5th Ave - Pct 1 over Whatley 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 SW 5th Ave - Pct 1 over Whatley Creek carry?

About 1,044 vehicles per day (2019 count).

How long is SW 5th Ave - Pct 1 over Whatley Creek?

The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long with a longest span of 120 ft (36.6 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.

Who owns SW 5th Ave - Pct 1 over Whatley Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.