US Bridges

SH 6 over Sabanna River Tributary

Good

Comanche County, Texas · 2.55 MI SE Eastland C/L · Structure no. 230470025705032

Built
1953
72 years old, rebuilt 1984
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
54 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
2,322
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 6 over Sabanna River Tributary is a concrete culvert carrying SH 6 over Sabanna River Tributary in Comanche County, Texas. It was built in 1953 and reconstructed in 1984, so it is 72 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 2,322 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,090 by 2033. The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long and 84 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesSH 6
CrossesSabanna River Tributary
Location2.55 MI SE Eastland C/L
RouteState Highway 6
StateTexas
Coordinates32.17786, -98.63177
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
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 spans5
Design loadOther
Structure length54 ft (16.5 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width84 ft (25.7 m)
Roadway width60 ft (18.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,322 (2020)
Projected traffic4,090 by 2033
Trucks21%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 6 over Sabanna River Tributary built?

It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1984.

What condition is SH 6 over Sabanna River Tributary 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 6 over Sabanna River Tributary carry?

About 2,322 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.

How long is SH 6 over Sabanna River Tributary?

The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 84 ft wide.

Who owns SH 6 over Sabanna River Tributary?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.