FM 2437 over W Sandy Creek
GoodLavaca County, Texas · 3.05 MI S of US 90A · Structure no. 131430234902001
- Built
- 1967
- 58 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Concrete
- Length
- 160 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 178
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 2437 over W Sandy Creek is a concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 2437 over W Sandy Creek in Lavaca County, Texas. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 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 178 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 320 by 2038. The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.1 mi (34 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 2437 over W Sandy Creek built?
It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 2437 over W 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does FM 2437 over W Sandy Creek carry?
About 178 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.
How long is FM 2437 over W Sandy Creek?
The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns FM 2437 over W Sandy Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.