US Bridges

US 96 over Big Marsh

Good

Jasper County, Texas · 5.8 MI NE of Hardin CO · Structure no. 201220006504015

Built
1924
101 years old, rebuilt 1996
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
29 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
12,015
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 96 over Big Marsh is a concrete culvert carrying US 96 over Big Marsh in Jasper County, Texas. It was built in 1924 and reconstructed in 1996, so it is 101 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 12,015 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,899 by 2042. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

CarriesUS 96
CrossesBig Marsh
Location5.8 MI NE of Hardin CO
RouteU.S. Route 96
StateTexas
Coordinates30.39975, -94.01979
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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
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 loadUnknown
Structure length29 ft (8.8 m)
Longest span5 ft (1.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,015 (2022)
Projected traffic14,899 by 2042
Trucks19%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 US 96 over Big Marsh built?

It was built in 1924, making it 101 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1996.

What condition is US 96 over Big Marsh 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does US 96 over Big Marsh carry?

About 12,015 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.

How long is US 96 over Big Marsh?

The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m).

Who owns US 96 over Big Marsh?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.