SH 63 over Sabine River Relief #3
FairNewton County, Texas · 1.20 MI W Louisiana S/L · Structure no. 201760021403014
- Built
- 1939
- 86 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 420 ft
- 12 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,369
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 63 over Sabine River Relief #3 is a concrete tee beam carrying SH 63 over Sabine River Relief #3 in Newton County, Texas. It was built in 1939, so it is 86 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 1,369 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,460 by 2033. The structure is 420 ft (128 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.9 mi (40 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 63 over Sabine River Relief #3 built?
It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 63 over Sabine River Relief #3 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 SH 63 over Sabine River Relief #3 carry?
About 1,369 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is SH 63 over Sabine River Relief #3?
The structure is 420 ft (128 m) long with a longest span of 35 ft (10.7 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.
Who owns SH 63 over Sabine River Relief #3?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.