Bus US 271 over Big Sandy Creek
FairLamar County, Texas · 1.2 MI W of Loop 286 · Structure no. 011390022101051
- Built
- 1934
- 91 years old, rebuilt 1973
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,060
- 2013 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Bus US 271 over Big Sandy Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Bus US 271 over Big Sandy Creek in Lamar County, Texas. It was built in 1934 and reconstructed in 1973, so it is 91 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 6,060 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,480 by 2033. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long and 76 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Bus US 271 over Big Sandy Creek built?
It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1973.
What condition is Bus US 271 over Big Sandy 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does Bus US 271 over Big Sandy Creek carry?
About 6,060 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is Bus US 271 over Big Sandy Creek?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 76 ft wide.
Who owns Bus US 271 over Big Sandy Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.