FM1562 over Sabine River
GoodHunt County, Texas · 1.0 MI W JCT US69&FM1562 · Structure no. 011170149202002
- Built
- 1951
- 74 years old, rebuilt 1993
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 936
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM1562 over Sabine River is a concrete culvert carrying FM1562 over Sabine River in Hunt County, Texas. It was built in 1951 and reconstructed in 1993, so it is 74 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 936 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,080 by 2033. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 36 ft wide.
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM1562 over Sabine River built?
It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1993.
What condition is FM1562 over Sabine 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 FM1562 over Sabine River carry?
About 936 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is FM1562 over Sabine River?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.
Who owns FM1562 over Sabine River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.