SH 41 over Paint Creek
GoodReal County, Texas · 2.9 MI W of US 83 · Structure no. 071930020106010
- Built
- 1926
- 99 years old, rebuilt 1960
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 34 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 445
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 41 over Paint Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 41 over Paint Creek in Real County, Texas. It was built in 1926 and reconstructed in 1960, so it is 99 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 445 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,532 by 2038. The structure is 34 ft (10.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 46 mi (74 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 41 over Paint Creek built?
It was built in 1926, making it 99 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1960.
What condition is SH 41 over Paint 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does SH 41 over Paint Creek carry?
About 445 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is SH 41 over Paint Creek?
The structure is 34 ft (10.5 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m).
Who owns SH 41 over Paint Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.