US 181 over Cow Creek

Fair Condition97 years old5,838 vehicles/day

Location

StateTexas
CountyKarnes
Location5.1 Mi NW Of FM 1144
CarriesUS 181
CrossesCow Creek
Coordinates28.93860, -97.96817

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Culvert6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialConcrete
DesignCulvert
Total Length45.9 ft (14 m)
Max Span9.8 ft (3 m)
Deck Width61.0 ft (18.6 m)
Deck Area260.4 sq m
Main Spans4
Year Built1929 (reconstructed 1991)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic5,838 (2022)
Truck Traffic26%
Lanes On Bridge3

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection424
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is possibly eligible (requires evaluation)
Structure Number161290010005022

Nearby Bridges

CR 222 over Creek 0.6 mi Good FM 81 over Draw 1.2 mi Good FM 81 over San Antonio River 1.3 mi Fair FM 81 over Draw 1.4 mi Good US 181 over Cow Creek Draw 1.5 mi Fair US 181 over Cow Creek Draw 1.8 mi Fair FM 81 over Cow Creek 2.1 mi Good US 181 over Turkey Creek 2.6 mi Good US 181 over San Antonio River 3.7 mi Fair SH 123 over Manka Lake Slough 3.8 mi Good