SH 153 over Elm Creek Tributary
FairRunnels County, Texas · 1.0 MI E of FM 2647 · Structure no. 072000065004018
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 68 ft
- 9 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 937
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 153 over Elm Creek Tributary is a concrete culvert carrying SH 153 over Elm Creek Tributary in Runnels County, Texas. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 937 vehicles a day, roughly 30% of them trucks, projected to reach 910 by 2033. The structure is 68 ft (20.7 m) long and 67 ft wide.
Location
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 153 over Elm Creek Tributary built?
It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 153 over Elm Creek Tributary 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 153 over Elm Creek Tributary carry?
About 937 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 30% are trucks.
How long is SH 153 over Elm Creek Tributary?
The structure is 68 ft (20.7 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 67 ft wide.
Who owns SH 153 over Elm Creek Tributary?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.