US Bridges

SH 105 over Doe Run Creek

Good

Washington County, Texas · 1.48 MI NE of FM 912 · Structure no. 172390031506050

Built
1950
75 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
39 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
4,320
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 105 over Doe Run Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 105 over Doe Run Creek in Washington County, Texas. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 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 4,320 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,060 by 2033. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesSH 105
CrossesDoe Run Creek
Location1.48 MI NE of FM 912
RouteState Highway 105
StateTexas
Coordinates30.30672, -96.2015
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
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 spans5
Design loadH 15
Structure length39 ft (11.9 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.6 m)
Roadway width42 ft (12.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,320 (2013)
Projected traffic6,060 by 2033
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SH 105 over Doe Run Creek built?

It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 105 over Doe Run 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does SH 105 over Doe Run Creek carry?

About 4,320 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is SH 105 over Doe Run Creek?

The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns SH 105 over Doe Run Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.