US Bridges

SH 50 & SH 24 Nbml over South Sulphur River

Good

Hunt County, Texas · 3 MI S JCT SH50/24&SH224 · Structure no. 011170076801012

Built
1984
41 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
250 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,197
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 50 & SH 24 Nbml over South Sulphur River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 50 & SH 24 Nbml over South Sulphur River in Hunt County, Texas. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 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 5,197 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,720 by 2033. The structure is 250 ft (76.2 m) long and 40 ft wide.

CarriesSH 50 & SH 24 Nbml
CrossesSouth Sulphur River
Location3 MI S JCT SH50/24&SH224
RouteState Highway 24
StateTexas
Coordinates33.21196, -95.91416
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
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 geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length250 ft (76.2 m)
Longest span90 ft (27.4 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.2 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,197 (2020)
Projected traffic6,720 by 2033
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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 proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$1.2 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SH 50 & SH 24 Nbml over South Sulphur River built?

It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 50 & SH 24 Nbml over South 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does SH 50 & SH 24 Nbml over South Sulphur River carry?

About 5,197 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is SH 50 & SH 24 Nbml over South Sulphur River?

The structure is 250 ft (76.2 m) long with a longest span of 90 ft (27.4 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns SH 50 & SH 24 Nbml over South Sulphur River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.