US Bridges

FM 272 over South Sulphur Rel

Good

Hunt County, Texas · 3.6 MI N of US 69 · Structure no. 011170076402002

Built
1949
76 years old, rebuilt 2018
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
498
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 272 over South Sulphur Rel is a concrete culvert carrying FM 272 over South Sulphur Rel in Hunt County, Texas. It was built in 1949 and reconstructed in 2018, so it is 76 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 498 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 580 by 2033. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long.

CarriesFM 272
CrossesSouth Sulphur Rel
Location3.6 MI N of US 69
RouteState Highway 272
StateTexas
Coordinates33.32975, -96.16119
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadH 15
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deck0 ft (0 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic498 (2020)
Projected traffic580 by 2033
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 272 over South Sulphur Rel built?

It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2018.

What condition is FM 272 over South Sulphur Rel 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 FM 272 over South Sulphur Rel carry?

About 498 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is FM 272 over South Sulphur Rel?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns FM 272 over South Sulphur Rel?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.