US Bridges

SH 276 over Blackwater Crk

Good

Rains County, Texas · 0.89 MI W of US 69 · Structure no. 011900184903001

Built
1955
70 years old, rebuilt 2005
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,710
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 276 over Blackwater Crk is a concrete culvert carrying SH 276 over Blackwater Crk in Rains County, Texas. It was built in 1955 and reconstructed in 2005, so it is 70 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 2,710 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,250 by 2033. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long.

CarriesSH 276
CrossesBlackwater Crk
Location0.89 MI W of US 69
RouteState Highway 276
StateTexas
Coordinates32.87732, -95.78539
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 traffic2,710 (2020)
Projected traffic4,250 by 2033
Trucks9%
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 276 over Blackwater Crk built?

It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2005.

What condition is SH 276 over Blackwater Crk 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 276 over Blackwater Crk carry?

About 2,710 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is SH 276 over Blackwater Crk?

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

Who owns SH 276 over Blackwater Crk?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.