US Bridges

SH 36 over Leon River

Fair

Coryell County, Texas · 3.60 MI S of US 84 · Structure no. 090500018401008

Built
1941
84 years old, rebuilt 1992
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
895 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,173
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 36 over Leon River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 36 over Leon River in Coryell County, Texas. It was built in 1941 and reconstructed in 1992, so it is 84 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 5,173 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,900 by 2033. The structure is 895 ft (272.8 m) long and 70 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesSH 36
CrossesLeon River
Location3.60 MI S of US 84
RouteState Highway 36
CountyCoryell County
StateTexas
Coordinates31.38379, -97.70188
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
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 adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating53 US tons
Inventory rating32 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3 (+19 approach)
Design loadH 15
Structure length895 ft (272.8 m)
Longest span90 ft (27.4 m)
Deck width70 ft (21.3 m)
Roadway width68 ft (20.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,173 (2020)
Projected traffic7,900 by 2033
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$5 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SH 36 over Leon River built?

It was built in 1941, making it 84 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1992.

What condition is SH 36 over Leon River 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does SH 36 over Leon River carry?

About 5,173 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is SH 36 over Leon River?

The structure is 895 ft (272.8 m) long with a longest span of 90 ft (27.4 m) and a deck 70 ft wide.

Who owns SH 36 over Leon River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.