US Bridges

SH 24 Sbml over Pecan Creek

Good

Hunt County, Texas · 0.03MI S of Delta CO Line · Structure no. 011170013602122

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

About this bridge

SH 24 Sbml over Pecan Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 24 Sbml over Pecan Creek 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 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 2,839 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,220 by 2033. The structure is 440 ft (134.1 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

CarriesSH 24 Sbml
CrossesPecan Creek
Location0.03MI S of Delta CO Line
RouteState Highway 24
StateTexas
Coordinates33.29383, -95.86165
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
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 evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to 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 spans4 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length440 ft (134.1 m)
Longest span80 ft (24.4 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.2 m)
Roadway width37 ft (11.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,839 (2020)
Projected traffic4,220 by 2033
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 Pecan Creek built?

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

What condition is SH 24 Sbml over Pecan 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does SH 24 Sbml over Pecan Creek carry?

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

How long is SH 24 Sbml over Pecan Creek?

The structure is 440 ft (134.1 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns SH 24 Sbml over Pecan Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.