Bs 6 over Sandy Creek
GoodGrimes County, Texas · 2.0 MI S of SH 105 · Structure no. 170940005011016
- Built
- 1928
- 97 years old, rebuilt 1952
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 103 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 109
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Bs 6 over Sandy Creek is a concrete slab carrying Bs 6 over Sandy Creek in Grimes County, Texas. It was built in 1928 and reconstructed in 1952, so it is 97 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 109 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,969 by 2039. The structure is 103 ft (31.3 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 Bs 6 over Sandy Creek built?
It was built in 1928, making it 97 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1952.
What condition is Bs 6 over Sandy 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does Bs 6 over Sandy Creek carry?
About 109 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Bs 6 over Sandy Creek?
The structure is 103 ft (31.3 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.5 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns Bs 6 over Sandy Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.