US 96 over Chinquapin Creek
FairSan Augustine County, Texas · 1.80 MI S of FM 1751 · Structure no. 112030080904004
- Built
- 1950
- 75 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,306
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 96 over Chinquapin Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 96 over Chinquapin Creek in San Augustine County, Texas. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 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 2,306 vehicles a day, roughly 28% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,515 by 2040. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 96 over Chinquapin Creek built?
It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 96 over Chinquapin 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does US 96 over Chinquapin Creek carry?
About 2,306 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 28% are trucks.
How long is US 96 over Chinquapin Creek?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US 96 over Chinquapin Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.