US Bridges

US 96 over Devils Ford Creek

Fair

Sabine County, Texas · 3.90 MI S of FM 1 · Structure no. 112020006406058

Built
1964
61 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Concrete
Length
243 ft
8 main spans
Daily traffic
4,992
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 96 over Devils Ford Creek is a concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 96 over Devils Ford Creek in Sabine County, Texas. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 years old, older 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 5 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 4,992 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,989 by 2040. The structure is 243 ft (74.1 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.8 mi (48 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 96
CrossesDevils Ford Creek
Location3.90 MI S of FM 1
RouteU.S. Route 96
CountySabine County
StateTexas
Coordinates31.18637, -93.97471
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans8
Design loadOther
Structure length243 ft (74.1 m)
Longest span30 ft (9.1 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width43 ft (13.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,992 (2020)
Projected traffic6,989 by 2040
Trucks22%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed29.8 mi (48 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 US 96 over Devils Ford Creek built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 96 over Devils Ford Creek 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does US 96 over Devils Ford Creek carry?

About 4,992 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.

How long is US 96 over Devils Ford Creek?

The structure is 243 ft (74.1 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns US 96 over Devils Ford Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.