US Bridges

SH 95 over Hackberry Creek

Fair

Williamson County, Texas · 0.85 MI S of US 79 · Structure no. 142460032101002

Built
1927
98 years old, rebuilt 2008
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
35 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
8,401
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 95 over Hackberry Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 95 over Hackberry Creek in Williamson County, Texas. It was built in 1927 and reconstructed in 2008, so it is 98 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 8,401 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,973 by 2039. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.7 mi (35 km).

Location

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CarriesSH 95
CrossesHackberry Creek
Location0.85 MI S of US 79
RouteState Highway 95
CountyWilliamson County
StateTexas
Coordinates30.54331, -97.40592
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being 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
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadH 15
Structure length35 ft (10.7 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,401 (2023)
Projected traffic11,973 by 2039
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed21.7 mi (35 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

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 95 over Hackberry Creek built?

It was built in 1927, making it 98 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2008.

What condition is SH 95 over Hackberry Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in March 2023.

How much traffic does SH 95 over Hackberry Creek carry?

About 8,401 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is SH 95 over Hackberry Creek?

The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns SH 95 over Hackberry Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.