US Bridges

SH 94 over W Caney Crk Relief

Good

Trinity County, Texas · 4.35 MI W of US 287 · Structure no. 112280031901059

Built
1975
50 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
32 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,099
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 94 over W Caney Crk Relief is a concrete culvert carrying SH 94 over W Caney Crk Relief in Trinity County, Texas. It was built in 1975, so it is 50 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 2,099 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,990 by 2033. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

CarriesSH 94
CrossesW Caney Crk Relief
Location4.35 MI W of US 287
RouteState Highway 94
StateTexas
Coordinates31.05461, -95.23166
Functional classRural Minor 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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be 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
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length32 ft (9.8 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width50 ft (15.3 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,099 (2020)
Projected traffic2,990 by 2033
Trucks21%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 SH 94 over W Caney Crk Relief built?

It was built in 1975, making it 50 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 94 over W Caney Crk 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does SH 94 over W Caney Crk Relief carry?

About 2,099 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.

How long is SH 94 over W Caney Crk Relief?

The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.

Who owns SH 94 over W Caney Crk Relief?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.