Bus 101 over Dry Creek
FairWise County, Texas · 0.3 Miles N of FM 1810 · Structure no. 022490035104005
- Built
- 1948
- 77 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 27 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 389
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Bus 101 over Dry Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Bus 101 over Dry Creek in Wise County, Texas. It was built in 1948, so it is 77 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 389 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 910 by 2033. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Bus 101 over Dry Creek built?
It was built in 1948, making it 77 years old in 2025.
What condition is Bus 101 over Dry 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 February 2023.
How much traffic does Bus 101 over Dry Creek carry?
About 389 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is Bus 101 over Dry Creek?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.
Who owns Bus 101 over Dry Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.