US 180 over Gonzales Creek
FairStephens County, Texas · 0.25 MI E of US 183 · Structure no. 232150001108033
- Built
- 1921
- 104 years old, rebuilt 1970
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 229 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 9,104
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 180 over Gonzales Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying US 180 over Gonzales Creek in Stephens County, Texas. It was built in 1921 and reconstructed in 1970, so it is 104 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 9,104 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,100 by 2033. The structure is 229 ft (69.8 m) long and 80 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 180 over Gonzales Creek built?
It was built in 1921, making it 104 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1970.
What condition is US 180 over Gonzales 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does US 180 over Gonzales Creek carry?
About 9,104 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.
How long is US 180 over Gonzales Creek?
The structure is 229 ft (69.8 m) long with a longest span of 43 ft (13.1 m) and a deck 80 ft wide.
Who owns US 180 over Gonzales Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.