US Bridges

CR 168 over Saline Creek

Good

Smith County, Texas · 0.80 MI E of SH 155 · Structure no. 102120AA0168001

Built
2000
25 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
44 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
2,360
2022 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

CR 168 over Saline Creek is a concrete culvert carrying CR 168 over Saline Creek in Smith County, Texas. It was built in 2000, so it is 25 years old, younger 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 2,360 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,304 by 2042. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesCR 168
CrossesSaline Creek
Location0.80 MI E of SH 155
RouteCounty Highway 168
CountySmith County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.23013, -95.3947
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length44 ft (13.4 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 traffic2,360 (2022)
Projected traffic3,304 by 2042
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$24,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was CR 168 over Saline Creek built?

It was built in 2000, making it 25 years old in 2025.

What condition is CR 168 over Saline 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does CR 168 over Saline Creek carry?

About 2,360 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is CR 168 over Saline Creek?

The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns CR 168 over Saline Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.