US Bridges

US 82 over Scatter Creek

Good

Red River County, Texas · 4.2 MI E Lamar CO Line · Structure no. 011940004512102

Built
1957
68 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
25 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
4,344
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 82 over Scatter Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 82 over Scatter Creek in Red River County, Texas. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 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 4,344 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,190 by 2033. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long and 58 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesUS 82
CrossesScatter Creek
Location4.2 MI E Lamar CO Line
RouteU.S. Route 82
StateTexas
Coordinates33.65533, -95.245
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
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 rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadOther
Structure length25 ft (7.6 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width58 ft (17.7 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,344 (2020)
Projected traffic6,190 by 2033
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 US 82 over Scatter Creek built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 82 over Scatter 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does US 82 over Scatter Creek carry?

About 4,344 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is US 82 over Scatter Creek?

The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 58 ft wide.

Who owns US 82 over Scatter Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.