US Bridges

IH 30 over Smith Creek

Fair

Titus County, Texas · 1.20 MI E of Spur 185 · Structure no. 192250061003044

Built
1965
60 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
30 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
40,596
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 30 over Smith Creek is a concrete culvert carrying IH 30 over Smith Creek in Titus County, Texas. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 40,596 vehicles a day, roughly 26% of them trucks, projected to reach 34,540 by 2033. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).

Location

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CarriesIH 30
CrossesSmith Creek
Location1.20 MI E of Spur 185
RouteInterstate 30
CountyTitus County
StateTexas
Coordinates33.15978, -95.09167
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

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 inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourCountermeasures installed to correct a previously existing problem
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 spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length30 ft (9.1 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic40,596 (2020)
Projected traffic34,540 by 2033
Trucks26%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.2 mi (18 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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 IH 30 over Smith Creek built?

It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 30 over Smith 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 IH 30 over Smith Creek carry?

About 40,596 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 26% are trucks.

How long is IH 30 over Smith Creek?

The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns IH 30 over Smith Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.