SH 144 over Paluxy River
FairSomervell County, Texas · 0.1 MI SE of FM 56 · Structure no. 022130038601001
- Built
- 1923
- 102 years old, rebuilt 1962
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 246 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,334
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 144 over Paluxy River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 144 over Paluxy River in Somervell County, Texas. It was built in 1923 and reconstructed in 1962, so it is 102 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 9,334 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,650 by 2033. The structure is 246 ft (75 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 SH 144 over Paluxy River built?
It was built in 1923, making it 102 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1962.
What condition is SH 144 over Paluxy River 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does SH 144 over Paluxy River carry?
About 9,334 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is SH 144 over Paluxy River?
The structure is 246 ft (75 m) long with a longest span of 61 ft (18.6 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.
Who owns SH 144 over Paluxy River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.