US Bridges

US 271 over Dickson Creek

Fair

Titus County, Texas · 2.20 MI S of FM 71 · Structure no. 192250022105032

Built
1938
87 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
300 ft
15 main spans
Daily traffic
4,583
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 271 over Dickson Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying US 271 over Dickson Creek in Titus County, Texas. It was built in 1938, so it is 87 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 5 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 4,583 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,070 by 2033. The structure is 300 ft (91.4 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 34.8 mi (56 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 271
CrossesDickson Creek
Location2.20 MI S of FM 71
RouteU.S. Route 271
CountyTitus County
StateTexas
Coordinates33.32999, -95.09563
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2024
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
Deck geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating62.9 US tons
Inventory rating38 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans15
Design loadH 15
Structure length300 ft (91.4 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.1 m)
Deck width31 ft (9.4 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,583 (2020)
Projected traffic7,070 by 2033
Trucks22%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed34.8 mi (56 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 proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$20,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 271 over Dickson Creek built?

It was built in 1938, making it 87 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 271 over Dickson 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does US 271 over Dickson Creek carry?

About 4,583 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.

How long is US 271 over Dickson Creek?

The structure is 300 ft (91.4 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.

Who owns US 271 over Dickson Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.