US Bridges

SH 49 over Swauano Creek

Good

Titus County, Texas · 1.13 MI E of FM 1000 · Structure no. 192250022201048

Built
2006
19 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
160 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
4,819
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 49 over Swauano Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 49 over Swauano Creek in Titus County, Texas. It was built in 2006, so it is 19 years old, younger 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 4,819 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,500 by 2031. The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long and 70 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesSH 49
CrossesSwauano Creek
Location1.13 MI E of FM 1000
RouteState Highway 49
StateTexas
Coordinates33.11691, -94.86457
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
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 evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHL 93
Structure length160 ft (48.8 m)
Longest span80 ft (24.4 m)
Deck width70 ft (21.3 m)
Roadway width68 ft (20.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,819 (2020)
Projected traffic7,500 by 2031
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SH 49 over Swauano Creek built?

It was built in 2006, making it 19 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 49 over Swauano 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does SH 49 over Swauano Creek carry?

About 4,819 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is SH 49 over Swauano Creek?

The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 70 ft wide.

Who owns SH 49 over Swauano Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.