US Bridges

SH 158 over Oak Creek Relief

Fair

Runnels County, Texas · 2.6 MI W of FM 3115 · Structure no. 072000034402010

Built
1939
86 years old, rebuilt 1963
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
220 ft
9 main spans
Daily traffic
957
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 158 over Oak Creek Relief is a concrete continuous slab carrying SH 158 over Oak Creek Relief in Runnels County, Texas. It was built in 1939 and reconstructed in 1963, so it is 86 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 6 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 957 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,330 by 2033. The structure is 220 ft (67.1 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).

CarriesSH 158
CrossesOak Creek Relief
Location2.6 MI W of FM 3115
RouteState Highway 158
StateTexas
Coordinates31.83687, -100.20524
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating67 US tons
Inventory rating40 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans9 (+2 approach)
Design loadH 15
Structure length220 ft (67.1 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.1 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.5 m)
Roadway width43 ft (13 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic957 (2020)
Projected traffic1,330 by 2033
Trucks22%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed11.2 mi (18 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 SH 158 over Oak Creek Relief built?

It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1963.

What condition is SH 158 over Oak Creek Relief 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 2024.

How much traffic does SH 158 over Oak Creek Relief carry?

About 957 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.

How long is SH 158 over Oak Creek Relief?

The structure is 220 ft (67.1 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns SH 158 over Oak Creek Relief?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.