US Bridges

SH 150 over Big Creek Tributary

Fair

San Jacinto County, Texas · 0.30 MI NW of Lp 424 · Structure no. 112040039503009

Built
1931
94 years old, rebuilt 1976
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
35 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
3,068
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 150 over Big Creek Tributary is a concrete culvert carrying SH 150 over Big Creek Tributary in San Jacinto County, Texas. It was built in 1931 and reconstructed in 1976, so it is 94 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 3,068 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,820 by 2033. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long and 53 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 km).

Location

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CarriesSH 150
CrossesBig Creek Tributary
Location0.30 MI NW of Lp 424
RouteState Highway 150
CountySan Jacinto County
StateTexas
Coordinates30.49988, -95.00143
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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length35 ft (10.7 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width53 ft (16.3 m)
Roadway width45 ft (13.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,068 (2020)
Projected traffic5,820 by 2033
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed13 mi (21 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 150 over Big Creek Tributary built?

It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1976.

What condition is SH 150 over Big 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 150 over Big Creek Tributary carry?

About 3,068 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is SH 150 over Big Creek Tributary?

The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 53 ft wide.

Who owns SH 150 over Big Creek Tributary?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.