SW Eighth Street over Branch of Whatley CR
GoodPalo Pinto County, Texas · 0.08 MI W US281 · Structure no. 021820C01185001
- Built
- 1945
- 80 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 1,260
- 2010 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
SW Eighth Street over Branch of Whatley CR is a concrete slab carrying SW Eighth Street over Branch of Whatley CR in Palo Pinto County, Texas. It was built in 1945, so it is 80 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 1,260 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,310 by 2030. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SW Eighth Street over Branch of Whatley CR built?
It was built in 1945, making it 80 years old in 2025.
What condition is SW Eighth Street over Branch of Whatley CR 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 Eighth Street over Branch of Whatley CR carry?
About 1,260 vehicles per day (2010 count).
How long is SW Eighth Street over Branch of Whatley CR?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.
Who owns SW Eighth Street over Branch of Whatley CR?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.