US Bridges

SH 36 over Martins Creek

Good

Comanche County, Texas · 1.65 MI NW of FM 588 · Structure no. 230470018202003

Built
1943
82 years old, rebuilt 2022
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
34 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,612
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 36 over Martins Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 36 over Martins Creek in Comanche County, Texas. It was built in 1943 and reconstructed in 2022, 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 good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 1,612 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,350 by 2033. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

Location

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CarriesSH 36
CrossesMartins Creek
Location1.65 MI NW of FM 588
RouteState Highway 36
CountyComanche County
StateTexas
Coordinates31.99626, -98.72711
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length34 ft (10.4 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width50 ft (15.2 m)
Roadway width46 ft (14.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,612 (2020)
Projected traffic3,350 by 2033
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SH 36 over Martins Creek built?

It was built in 1943, making it 82 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2022.

What condition is SH 36 over Martins Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in August 2023.

How much traffic does SH 36 over Martins Creek carry?

About 1,612 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is SH 36 over Martins Creek?

The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.

Who owns SH 36 over Martins Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.