US Bridges

Loop 322 over Rainy Creek Relief

Good

Taylor County, Texas · 0.80 MI S of IH 20 · Structure no. 082210239801005

Built
1963
62 years old, rebuilt 2001
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
45 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
10,939
2020 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 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 10,939 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,800 by 2033. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesLoop 322
CrossesRainy Creek Relief
Location0.80 MI S of IH 20
RouteState Highway 322
CountyTaylor County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.45156, -99.68322
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 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 adequacy6: Equal to 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 spans6
Design loadHS 20
Structure length45 ft (13.7 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 traffic10,939 (2020)
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 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 July 2023.

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

About 10,939 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is Loop 322 over Rainy Creek Relief?

The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).

Who owns Loop 322 over Rainy Creek Relief?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.