US Bridges

Loop 322 over Rainy Creek Relief

Fair

Taylor County, Texas · 0.75 MI S of IH 20 · Structure no. 082210239801004

Built
1963
62 years old, rebuilt 2001
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
69 ft
8 main spans
Daily traffic
14,376
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Loop 322 over Rainy Creek Relief is a concrete culvert carrying Loop 322 over Rainy Creek Relief in Taylor County, Texas. It was built in 1963 and reconstructed in 2001, so it is 62 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 14,376 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,800 by 2033. The structure is 69 ft (21 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesLoop 322
CrossesRainy Creek Relief
Location0.75 MI S of IH 20
RouteState Highway 322
StateTexas
Coordinates32.4521, -99.68315
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans8
Design loadOther
Structure length69 ft (21 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,376 (2023)
Projected traffic12,800 by 2033
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 Loop 322 over Rainy Creek Relief built?

It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2001.

What condition is Loop 322 over Rainy Creek Relief 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does Loop 322 over Rainy Creek Relief carry?

About 14,376 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is Loop 322 over Rainy Creek Relief?

The structure is 69 ft (21 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns Loop 322 over Rainy Creek Relief?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.