US 96 NB over Neches River Relief
FairHardin County, Texas · 0.20 MI W of Jasper C/L · Structure no. 201010006505078
- Built
- 1962
- 63 years old, rebuilt 1996
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Concrete
- Length
- 303 ft
- 10 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,153
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 96 NB over Neches River Relief is a concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 96 NB over Neches River Relief in Hardin County, Texas. It was built in 1962 and reconstructed in 1996, so it is 63 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 8,153 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,414 by 2042. The structure is 303 ft (92.4 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 96 NB over Neches River Relief built?
It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1996.
What condition is US 96 NB over Neches 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does US 96 NB over Neches River Relief carry?
About 8,153 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is US 96 NB over Neches River Relief?
The structure is 303 ft (92.4 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.
Who owns US 96 NB over Neches River Relief?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.