US Bridges

US 180 over Willow Creek

Good

Stephens County, Texas · 1.1 MI E of FM 207 · Structure no. 232150001109034

Built
1940
85 years old, rebuilt 1964
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,411
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 180 over Willow Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 180 over Willow Creek in Stephens County, Texas. It was built in 1940 and reconstructed in 1964, so it is 85 years old, older 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 1,411 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,010 by 2033. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 79 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 180
CrossesWillow Creek
Location1.1 MI E of FM 207
RouteU.S. Route 180
CountyStephens County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.7464, -98.81744
Functional classRural Minor 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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width79 ft (24.1 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,411 (2020)
Projected traffic2,010 by 2033
Trucks18%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.8 mi (19 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 180 over Willow Creek built?

It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1964.

What condition is US 180 over Willow 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does US 180 over Willow Creek carry?

About 1,411 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.

How long is US 180 over Willow Creek?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 79 ft wide.

Who owns US 180 over Willow Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.