US Bridges

SH 147 over Black Slough

Good

San Augustine County, Texas · 0.30 MI N of FM 1992 · Structure no. 112030039001060

Built
1977
48 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
33 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,373
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 147 over Black Slough is a concrete culvert carrying SH 147 over Black Slough in San Augustine County, Texas. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 years old, older 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 2,373 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,322 by 2040. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesSH 147
CrossesBlack Slough
Location0.30 MI N of FM 1992
RouteState Highway 147
StateTexas
Coordinates31.43371, -94.15551
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
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44.6 US tons
Inventory rating26.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length33 ft (10.1 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,373 (2020)
Projected traffic3,322 by 2040
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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 147 over Black Slough built?

It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 147 over Black Slough 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 147 over Black Slough carry?

About 2,373 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is SH 147 over Black Slough?

The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns SH 147 over Black Slough?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.