US Bridges

SH 37 over Little Mustang Crk

Good

Red River County, Texas · 0.9 MI S JCT US 271 · Structure no. 011940018904012

Built
1935
90 years old, rebuilt 1983
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
1,659
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 37 over Little Mustang Crk is a concrete culvert carrying SH 37 over Little Mustang Crk in Red River County, Texas. It was built in 1935 and reconstructed in 1983, so it is 90 years old, older 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 1,659 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,600 by 2033. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long.

CarriesSH 37
CrossesLittle Mustang Crk
Location0.9 MI S JCT US 271
RouteState Highway 37
StateTexas
Coordinates33.45992, -95.22352
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadH 15
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,659 (2020)
Projected traffic2,600 by 2033
Trucks19%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SH 37 over Little Mustang Crk built?

It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1983.

What condition is SH 37 over Little Mustang Crk 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does SH 37 over Little Mustang Crk carry?

About 1,659 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.

How long is SH 37 over Little Mustang Crk?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns SH 37 over Little Mustang Crk?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.