US Bridges

SH 199 over Goshen Creek

Fair

Parker County, Texas · 1.9 MI W of FM 51 · Structure no. 021840017103010

Built
1931
94 years old, rebuilt 1958
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
39 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
15,615
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 199 over Goshen Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 199 over Goshen Creek in Parker County, Texas. It was built in 1931 and reconstructed in 1958, so it is 94 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 15,615 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,730 by 2040. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long and 49 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 34.8 mi (56 km).

Location

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CarriesSH 199
CrossesGoshen Creek
Location1.9 MI W of FM 51
RouteState Highway 199
CountyParker County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.97122, -97.7159
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length39 ft (11.9 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width49 ft (15 m)
Roadway width42 ft (12.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15,615 (2023)
Projected traffic18,730 by 2040
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed34.8 mi (56 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 199 over Goshen Creek built?

It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1958.

What condition is SH 199 over Goshen Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in September 2024.

How much traffic does SH 199 over Goshen Creek carry?

About 15,615 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is SH 199 over Goshen Creek?

The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 49 ft wide.

Who owns SH 199 over Goshen Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.