US Bridges

SH 105 over Clements Creek

Good

Washington County, Texas · 1.25 Ml E of FM 1155 · Structure no. 172390031506083

Built
2015
10 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
32 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
6,721
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 105 over Clements Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 105 over Clements Creek in Washington County, Texas. It was built in 2015, so it is 10 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 6,721 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,409 by 2041. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).

CarriesSH 105
CrossesClements Creek
Location1.25 Ml E of FM 1155
RouteState Highway 105
StateTexas
Coordinates30.35649, -96.16045
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

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
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length32 ft (9.8 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,721 (2021)
Projected traffic9,409 by 2041
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed19.9 mi (32 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 105 over Clements Creek built?

It was built in 2015, making it 10 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 105 over Clements 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 Clements Creek carry?

About 6,721 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is SH 105 over Clements Creek?

The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns SH 105 over Clements Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.