SH 6 over Sandy Creek
GoodRobertson County, Texas · 1.0 MI S of US 79 · Structure no. 171980004907114
- Built
- 1956
- 69 years old, rebuilt 1972
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Concrete
- Length
- 91 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 20,587
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 6 over Sandy Creek is a concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 6 over Sandy Creek in Robertson County, Texas. It was built in 1956 and reconstructed in 1972, so it is 69 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 20,587 vehicles a day, roughly 28% of them trucks, projected to reach 29,234 by 2042. The structure is 91 ft (27.7 m) long and 62 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).
Location
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 6 over Sandy Creek built?
It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1972.
What condition is SH 6 over Sandy Creek 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 6 over Sandy Creek carry?
About 20,587 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 28% are trucks.
How long is SH 6 over Sandy Creek?
The structure is 91 ft (27.7 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 62 ft wide.
Who owns SH 6 over Sandy Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.