IH 37 over Sand Creek
FairLive Oak County, Texas · 0.15 MI N of FM 1203 · Structure no. 161490007401034
- Built
- 1937
- 88 years old, rebuilt 1976
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 19,176
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 37 over Sand Creek is a concrete culvert carrying IH 37 over Sand Creek in Live Oak County, Texas. It was built in 1937 and reconstructed in 1976, 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 19,176 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 25,660 by 2033. The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 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 IH 37 over Sand Creek built?
It was built in 1937, making it 88 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1976.
What condition is IH 37 over Sand 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does IH 37 over Sand Creek carry?
About 19,176 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.
How long is IH 37 over Sand Creek?
The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns IH 37 over Sand Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.