Old HWY 35 S over Sanson Creek
PoorPosted for loadPolk County, Texas · 0.05 MI NW of Lp 393 · Structure no. 111870AA0423001
- Built
- 1922
- 103 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 74 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 151
- 2023 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Old HWY 35 S over Sanson Creek is a concrete slab carrying Old HWY 35 S over Sanson Creek in Polk County, Texas. It was built in 1922, so it is 103 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 151 vehicles a day, projected to reach 105 by 2035. The structure is 74 ft (22.6 m) long and 19 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Old HWY 35 S over Sanson Creek built?
It was built in 1922, making it 103 years old in 2025.
What condition is Old HWY 35 S over Sanson Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in September 2024.
How much traffic does Old HWY 35 S over Sanson Creek carry?
About 151 vehicles per day (2023 count).
How long is Old HWY 35 S over Sanson Creek?
The structure is 74 ft (22.6 m) long with a longest span of 18 ft (5.5 m) and a deck 19 ft wide.
Who owns Old HWY 35 S over Sanson Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.