US Bridges

SH 105 over New Years Creek Rel

Good

Washington County, Texas · 0.33 MI SW of FM 50 · Structure no. 172390031507073

Built
2000
25 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
45 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
9,935
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 105 over New Years Creek Rel is a concrete culvert carrying SH 105 over New Years Creek Rel in Washington County, Texas. It was built in 2000, so it is 25 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 9,935 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,020 by 2033. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesSH 105
CrossesNew Years Creek Rel
Location0.33 MI SW of FM 50
RouteState Highway 105
StateTexas
Coordinates30.19346, -96.36781
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 inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans6
Design loadHS 20
Structure length45 ft (13.7 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 traffic9,935 (2020)
Projected traffic13,020 by 2033
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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 New Years Creek Rel built?

It was built in 2000, making it 25 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 105 over New Years Creek Rel 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does SH 105 over New Years Creek Rel carry?

About 9,935 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is SH 105 over New Years Creek Rel?

The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns SH 105 over New Years Creek Rel?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.