SH 173 over Black Creek
Fair Condition87 years old3,069 vehicles/day
Location
| State | Texas |
| County | Medina |
| Location | 13.31 Mi SE Of US 90 |
| Carries | SH 173 |
| Crosses | Black Creek |
| Coordinates | 29.20472, -98.98690 |
Condition Ratings
| Overall Condition | Fair |
| Deck | 7 (Good) |
| Superstructure | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Substructure | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Channel/Waterway | 7 (Good) |
| Scour Critical | 8 — Stable, low risk |
Physical Characteristics
| Material | Steel |
| Design | Stringer/Multi-beam |
| Total Length | 160.1 ft (48.8 m) |
| Max Span | 40.0 ft (12.2 m) |
| Deck Width | 45.6 ft (13.9 m) |
| Deck Area | 678.3 sq m |
| Main Spans | 4 |
| Year Built | 1939 (reconstructed 1964) |
Traffic
| Avg Daily Traffic | 3,069 (2023) |
| Truck Traffic | 12% |
| Lanes On Bridge | 2 |
Inspection & Ownership
| Last Inspection | 824 |
| Inspection Frequency | Every 24 months |
| Owner | State Highway Agency |
| Historical Significance | Bridge is possibly eligible (requires evaluation) |
| Structure Number | 151630042101010 |