US Bridges

US 84 WB over Deep Creek

Good

Scurry County, Texas · 1.2 MI NW of FM 1611 · Structure no. 082080005308071

Built
1966
59 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
97 ft
8 main spans
Daily traffic
5,202
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 84 WB over Deep Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 84 WB over Deep Creek in Scurry County, Texas. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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 5,202 vehicles a day, roughly 26% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,130 by 2033. The structure is 97 ft (29.6 m) long and 52 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 84 WB
CrossesDeep Creek
Location1.2 MI NW of FM 1611
RouteU.S. Route 84
StateTexas
Coordinates32.80773, -100.97081
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans8
Design loadOther
Structure length97 ft (29.6 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width52 ft (15.9 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,202 (2015)
Projected traffic6,130 by 2033
Trucks26%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

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 US 84 WB over Deep Creek built?

It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 84 WB over Deep 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 2023.

How much traffic does US 84 WB over Deep Creek carry?

About 5,202 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 26% are trucks.

How long is US 84 WB over Deep Creek?

The structure is 97 ft (29.6 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.

Who owns US 84 WB over Deep Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.