US Bridges

SH 19 over Glade Creek

Good

Rains County, Texas · 1.20 MI S of US 69 · Structure no. 011900010811053

Built
1950
75 years old, rebuilt 1969
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
6,493
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 19 over Glade Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 19 over Glade Creek in Rains County, Texas. It was built in 1950 and reconstructed in 1969, so it is 75 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 6,493 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,030 by 2033. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long.

CarriesSH 19
CrossesGlade Creek
Location1.20 MI S of US 69
RouteState Highway 19
StateTexas
Coordinates32.85913, -95.77629
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
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
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,493 (2020)
Projected traffic9,030 by 2033
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 19 over Glade Creek built?

It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1969.

What condition is SH 19 over Glade 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does SH 19 over Glade Creek carry?

About 6,493 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is SH 19 over Glade Creek?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns SH 19 over Glade Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.