US Bridges

205 Ext (cr 164) over High Point Creek

FairPosted for load

Rockwall County, Texas · 0.10 MI S of SH 205 · Structure no. 181990AA0164001

Built
1946
79 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
35 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
100
2019 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

205 Ext (cr 164) over High Point Creek is a concrete slab carrying 205 Ext (cr 164) over High Point Creek in Rockwall County, Texas. It was built in 1946, so it is 79 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 100 vehicles a day, projected to reach 50 by 2031. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long and 21 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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Carries205 Ext (cr 164)
CrossesHigh Point Creek
Location0.10 MI S of SH 205
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyRockwall County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.82211, -96.3524
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating27 US tons
Inventory rating18 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length35 ft (10.7 m)
Longest span17 ft (5.2 m)
Deck width21 ft (6.4 m)
Roadway width18 ft (5.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic100 (2019)
Projected traffic50 by 2031
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 205 Ext (cr 164) over High Point Creek built?

It was built in 1946, making it 79 years old in 2025.

What condition is 205 Ext (cr 164) over High Point 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does 205 Ext (cr 164) over High Point Creek carry?

About 100 vehicles per day (2019 count).

How long is 205 Ext (cr 164) over High Point Creek?

The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 17 ft (5.2 m) and a deck 21 ft wide.

Who owns 205 Ext (cr 164) over High Point Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.