FM 47 over Sabine River
GoodRains County, Texas · 9.20 MI S of US 69 · Structure no. 011900077001010
- Built
- 2014
- 11 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 120 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 1,223
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 47 over Sabine River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 47 over Sabine River in Rains County, Texas. It was built in 2014, so it is 11 years old, younger 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 1,223 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,390 by 2031. The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long and 42 ft wide.
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 47 over Sabine River built?
It was built in 2014, making it 11 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 47 over Sabine River 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 47 over Sabine River carry?
About 1,223 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is FM 47 over Sabine River?
The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long with a longest span of 120 ft (36.6 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns FM 47 over Sabine River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.