US 84 over Morris Creek
FairShelby County, Texas · 2.55 MI W of SH 7 · Structure no. 112100017502031
- Built
- 1949
- 76 years old, rebuilt 1959
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 175 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,403
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 84 over Morris Creek is a concrete slab carrying US 84 over Morris Creek in Shelby County, Texas. It was built in 1949 and reconstructed in 1959, so it is 76 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 3,403 vehicles a day, roughly 27% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,764 by 2042. The structure is 175 ft (53.3 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 23 mi (37 km).
Location
Open in Google MapsCondition and inspection
The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 84 over Morris Creek built?
It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1959.
What condition is US 84 over Morris 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does US 84 over Morris Creek carry?
About 3,403 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 27% are trucks.
How long is US 84 over Morris Creek?
The structure is 175 ft (53.3 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns US 84 over Morris Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.