SH 224 over S Sulphur River
GoodHunt County, Texas · 5.2 MI W of SH 11 · Structure no. 011170013601142
- Built
- 2023
- 2 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 375 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,569
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 224 over S Sulphur River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 224 over S Sulphur River in Hunt County, Texas. It was built in 2023, so it is 2 years old, younger 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 4,569 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,666 by 2041. The structure is 375 ft (114.3 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 224 over S Sulphur River built?
It was built in 2023, making it 2 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 224 over S Sulphur River 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does SH 224 over S Sulphur River carry?
About 4,569 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is SH 224 over S Sulphur River?
The structure is 375 ft (114.3 m) long with a longest span of 125 ft (38.1 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns SH 224 over S Sulphur River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.