SH 136 SB over Canadian River
FairHutchinson County, Texas · 5.1 MI N of SH 152 · Structure no. 041180035601008
- Built
- 1949
- 76 years old, rebuilt 1986
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 2,600 ft
- 32 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,064
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 136 SB over Canadian River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 136 SB over Canadian River in Hutchinson County, Texas. It was built in 1949 and reconstructed in 1986, 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 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 2,064 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,580 by 2033. The structure is 2,600 ft (792.5 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 136 SB over Canadian River built?
It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1986.
What condition is SH 136 SB over Canadian 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does SH 136 SB over Canadian River carry?
About 2,064 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is SH 136 SB over Canadian River?
The structure is 2,600 ft (792.5 m) long with a longest span of 81 ft (24.7 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns SH 136 SB over Canadian River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.