SH 12 over Sabine River Slough
FairNewton County, Texas · 1.45 MI SW Louisiana S/L · Structure no. 201760049902020
- Built
- 1995
- 30 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Other
- Concrete
- Length
- 90 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,379
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 12 over Sabine River Slough is a concrete other carrying SH 12 over Sabine River Slough in Newton County, Texas. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 years old, younger 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 4,379 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,131 by 2042. The structure is 90 ft (27.4 m) long and 54 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.7 mi (35 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 12 over Sabine River Slough built?
It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 12 over Sabine River Slough 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does SH 12 over Sabine River Slough carry?
About 4,379 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is SH 12 over Sabine River Slough?
The structure is 90 ft (27.4 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 54 ft wide.
Who owns SH 12 over Sabine River Slough?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.