SH 243 over Big Cottonwood Creek
Fair Condition75 years old2,883 vehicles/day
Location
| State | Texas |
| County | Kaufman |
| Location | 1.10 Mi E Of FM 2727 |
| Carries | SH 243 |
| Crosses | Big Cottonwood Creek |
| Coordinates | 32.58256, -96.26007 |
Condition Ratings
| Overall Condition | Fair |
| Deck | 7 (Good) |
| Superstructure | 7 (Good) |
| Substructure | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Channel/Waterway | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Scour Critical | 4 — Foundations need monitoring |
Physical Characteristics
| Material | Concrete Continuous |
| Design | Slab |
| Total Length | 149.9 ft (45.7 m) |
| Max Span | 24.9 ft (7.6 m) |
| Deck Width | 31.2 ft (9.5 m) |
| Deck Area | 434.1 sq m |
| Main Spans | 6 |
| Year Built | 1951 |
Traffic
| Avg Daily Traffic | 2,883 (2022) |
| Truck Traffic | 16% |
| Lanes On Bridge | 2 |
Inspection & Ownership
| Last Inspection | 324 |
| Inspection Frequency | Every 24 months |
| Owner | State Highway Agency |
| Historical Significance | Bridge is possibly eligible (requires evaluation) |
| Structure Number | 181300052201030 |