US 82 over Jakes Creek
FairRed River County, Texas · 5.5 MI E of SH 37 · Structure no. 011940004601021
- Built
- 1936
- 89 years old, rebuilt 1960
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 55 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,537
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 82 over Jakes Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 82 over Jakes Creek in Red River County, Texas. It was built in 1936 and reconstructed in 1960, so it is 89 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 4,537 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,657 by 2039. The structure is 55 ft (16.8 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
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Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 82 over Jakes Creek built?
It was built in 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1960.
What condition is US 82 over Jakes Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in November 2024.
How much traffic does US 82 over Jakes Creek carry?
About 4,537 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.
How long is US 82 over Jakes Creek?
The structure is 55 ft (16.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.
Who owns US 82 over Jakes Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.