FM 196 over Little Sandy Creek Rel 2
GoodLamar County, Texas · 1.60 MI S of FM 1503 · Structure no. 011390068001007
- Built
- 1948
- 77 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 100 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 443
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 196 over Little Sandy Creek Rel 2 is a concrete slab carrying FM 196 over Little Sandy Creek Rel 2 in Lamar County, Texas. It was built in 1948, 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 443 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 325 by 2039. The structure is 100 ft (30.5 m) long and 25 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 196 over Little Sandy Creek Rel 2 built?
It was built in 1948, making it 77 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 196 over Little Sandy Creek Rel 2 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does FM 196 over Little Sandy Creek Rel 2 carry?
About 443 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is FM 196 over Little Sandy Creek Rel 2?
The structure is 100 ft (30.5 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 25 ft wide.
Who owns FM 196 over Little Sandy Creek Rel 2?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.