US Bridges

SH 24 Sbml over Middle Sulphur River

Fair

Hunt County, Texas · 3.18MI S of Delta CO Line · Structure no. 011170013602115

Built
2002
23 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
757 ft
9 main spans
Daily traffic
2,839
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 24 Sbml over Middle Sulphur River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 24 Sbml over Middle Sulphur River in Hunt County, Texas. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 years old, younger 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 2,839 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,718 by 2030. The structure is 757 ft (230.7 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

CarriesSH 24 Sbml
CrossesMiddle Sulphur River
Location3.18MI S of Delta CO Line
RouteState Highway 24
StateTexas
Coordinates33.26723, -95.90541
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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans9
Design loadHS 20
Structure length757 ft (230.7 m)
Longest span102 ft (31.1 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.2 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,839 (2020)
Projected traffic14,718 by 2030
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SH 24 Sbml over Middle Sulphur River built?

It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 24 Sbml over Middle Sulphur 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does SH 24 Sbml over Middle Sulphur River carry?

About 2,839 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is SH 24 Sbml over Middle Sulphur River?

The structure is 757 ft (230.7 m) long with a longest span of 102 ft (31.1 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns SH 24 Sbml over Middle Sulphur River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.