US Bridges

Dukes Road over Trib of N Fk Cedar Creek

Good

Trinity County, Texas · 0.7 MI N of FM 357 · Structure no. 112280AA0158002

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
55
2013 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Dukes Road over Trib of N Fk Cedar Creek is a steel culvert carrying Dukes Road over Trib of N Fk Cedar Creek in Trinity County, Texas. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 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 55 vehicles a day, projected to reach 60 by 2033. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

Location

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CarriesDukes Road
CrossesTrib of N Fk Cedar Creek
Location0.7 MI N of FM 357
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyTrinity County
StateTexas
Coordinates31.26662, -95.04732
Functional classRural Local

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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckOther
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width38 ft (11.7 m)
Roadway width18 ft (5.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic55 (2013)
Projected traffic60 by 2033
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 Dukes Road over Trib of N Fk Cedar Creek built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is Dukes Road over Trib of N Fk Cedar 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does Dukes Road over Trib of N Fk Cedar Creek carry?

About 55 vehicles per day (2013 count).

How long is Dukes Road over Trib of N Fk Cedar Creek?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.

Who owns Dukes Road over Trib of N Fk Cedar Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.