SH 315 over Witherspoon Creek
GoodPanola County, Texas · 1.10 MI SW of SH 149 · Structure no. 191830046203017
- Built
- 1954
- 71 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,571
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 315 over Witherspoon Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 315 over Witherspoon Creek in Panola County, Texas. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 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 8,571 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,900 by 2033. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 315 over Witherspoon Creek built?
It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 315 over Witherspoon 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does SH 315 over Witherspoon Creek carry?
About 8,571 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.
How long is SH 315 over Witherspoon Creek?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns SH 315 over Witherspoon Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.