SH 217 over Timber Creek
GoodRandall County, Texas · 7.4 MI E of FM 1541 · Structure no. 041910046401003
- Built
- 1934
- 91 years old, rebuilt 1971
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,089
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 217 over Timber Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 217 over Timber Creek in Randall County, Texas. It was built in 1934 and reconstructed in 1971, so it is 91 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 1,089 vehicles a day, roughly 27% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,000 by 2033. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 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 217 over Timber Creek built?
It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1971.
What condition is SH 217 over Timber 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does SH 217 over Timber Creek carry?
About 1,089 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 27% are trucks.
How long is SH 217 over Timber Creek?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.
Who owns SH 217 over Timber Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.