SH 36 over South Leon River Relief
FairComanche County, Texas · 2.1 MI W of FM 1702 · Structure no. 230470018301034
- Built
- 1939
- 86 years old, rebuilt 1964
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 105 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,405
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 36 over South Leon River Relief is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 36 over South Leon River Relief in Comanche County, Texas. It was built in 1939 and reconstructed in 1964, so it is 86 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 3,405 vehicles a day, roughly 27% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,930 by 2033. The structure is 105 ft (32 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 36 over South Leon River Relief built?
It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1964.
What condition is SH 36 over South Leon River Relief 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does SH 36 over South Leon River Relief carry?
About 3,405 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 27% are trucks.
How long is SH 36 over South Leon River Relief?
The structure is 105 ft (32 m) long with a longest span of 35 ft (10.7 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns SH 36 over South Leon River Relief?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.