US Bridges

SH 148 over Sandy Creek

Good

Jack County, Texas · 1.3 MI N of FM-2127 · Structure no. 021200039106033

Built
1948
77 years old, rebuilt 2002
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
44 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
295
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 148 over Sandy Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 148 over Sandy Creek in Jack County, Texas. It was built in 1948 and reconstructed in 2002, so it is 77 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 295 vehicles a day, roughly 44% of them trucks, projected to reach 830 by 2037. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.8 mi (48 km).

CarriesSH 148
CrossesSandy Creek
Location1.3 MI N of FM-2127
RouteState Highway 148
StateTexas
Coordinates33.46237, -98.1971
Functional classRural Major 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 inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to 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 spans5
Design loadH 15
Structure length44 ft (13.4 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic295 (2023)
Projected traffic830 by 2037
Trucks44%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed29.8 mi (48 km)
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 SH 148 over Sandy Creek built?

It was built in 1948, making it 77 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2002.

What condition is SH 148 over Sandy 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does SH 148 over Sandy Creek carry?

About 295 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 44% are trucks.

How long is SH 148 over Sandy Creek?

The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns SH 148 over Sandy Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.