US Bridges

SH 21 over Perkins Creek

Good

San Augustine County, Texas · 1.70 MI W of US 96 · Structure no. 112030011810085

Built
2017
8 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
180 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,341
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 21 over Perkins Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 21 over Perkins Creek in San Augustine County, Texas. It was built in 2017, so it is 8 years old, younger 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 3,341 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,142 by 2040. The structure is 180 ft (54.9 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesSH 21
CrossesPerkins Creek
Location1.70 MI W of US 96
RouteState Highway 21
StateTexas
Coordinates31.53361, -94.15491
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length180 ft (54.9 m)
Longest span60 ft (18.3 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width43 ft (13 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,341 (2020)
Projected traffic4,142 by 2040
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SH 21 over Perkins Creek built?

It was built in 2017, making it 8 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 21 over Perkins 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does SH 21 over Perkins Creek carry?

About 3,341 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is SH 21 over Perkins Creek?

The structure is 180 ft (54.9 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns SH 21 over Perkins Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.