SH 72 over Sulphur Creek
FairKarnes County, Texas · 0.35 MI NE of FM 626 · Structure no. 161290027007018
- Built
- 1937
- 88 years old, rebuilt 1990
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 35 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,226
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 72 over Sulphur Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 72 over Sulphur Creek in Karnes County, Texas. It was built in 1937 and reconstructed in 1990, so it is 88 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 6 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 5,226 vehicles a day, roughly 30% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,316 by 2042. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long and 58 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 72 over Sulphur Creek built?
It was built in 1937, making it 88 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1990.
What condition is SH 72 over Sulphur Creek 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does SH 72 over Sulphur Creek carry?
About 5,226 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 30% are trucks.
How long is SH 72 over Sulphur Creek?
The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 58 ft wide.
Who owns SH 72 over Sulphur Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.