US Bridges

US 84 over Horse Hollow

Fair

Scurry County, Texas · 2.5 MI W of FM 1673 · Structure no. 082080005309018

Built
1935
90 years old, rebuilt 1961
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
33 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
10,945
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 84 over Horse Hollow is a concrete culvert carrying US 84 over Horse Hollow in Scurry County, Texas. It was built in 1935 and reconstructed in 1961, so it is 90 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 10,945 vehicles a day, roughly 28% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,990 by 2033. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesUS 84
CrossesHorse Hollow
Location2.5 MI W of FM 1673
RouteU.S. Route 84
StateTexas
Coordinates32.68714, -100.84902
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 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
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
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
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 traffic10,945 (2019)
Projected traffic12,990 by 2033
Trucks28%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 over Horse Hollow built?

It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1961.

What condition is US 84 over Horse Hollow 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 2023.

How much traffic does US 84 over Horse Hollow carry?

About 10,945 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 28% are trucks.

How long is US 84 over Horse Hollow?

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

Who owns US 84 over Horse Hollow?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.