US 80 over Smith Creek
FairWood County, Texas · 0.95 MI W of US 69 · Structure no. 102500009509068
- Built
- 1943
- 82 years old, rebuilt 1961
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,319
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 80 over Smith Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 80 over Smith Creek in Wood County, Texas. It was built in 1943 and reconstructed in 1961, so it is 82 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 7,319 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,320 by 2033. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long and 104 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 80 over Smith Creek built?
It was built in 1943, making it 82 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1961.
What condition is US 80 over Smith 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does US 80 over Smith Creek carry?
About 7,319 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is US 80 over Smith Creek?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 104 ft wide.
Who owns US 80 over Smith Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.