US Bridges

Toll 49 over Henshaw CR TR

Good

Smith County, Texas · 1.5 MI W of US 69 · Structure no. 102120TL0049030

Built
2006
19 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
8,703
2022 count
Owner
Toll Authority
Local Toll Authority

About this bridge

Toll 49 over Henshaw CR TR is a concrete culvert carrying Toll 49 over Henshaw CR TR in Smith County, Texas. It was built in 2006, so it is 19 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 8,703 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,577 by 2042. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesToll 49
CrossesHenshaw CR TR
Location1.5 MI W of US 69
StateTexas
Coordinates32.24499, -95.33348
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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 inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHL 93
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,703 (2022)
Projected traffic13,577 by 2042
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a toll road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerLocal Toll Authority
Maintained byLocal Toll Authority
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Toll 49 over Henshaw CR TR built?

It was built in 2006, making it 19 years old in 2025.

What condition is Toll 49 over Henshaw CR TR 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does Toll 49 over Henshaw CR TR carry?

About 8,703 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Toll 49 over Henshaw CR TR?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).

Who owns Toll 49 over Henshaw CR TR?

It is owned by the Local Toll Authority.