US Bridges

FM 83 over Little Sandy Creek

Fair

Sabine County, Texas · 0.50 MI E of FM 1 · Structure no. 112020069401016

Built
1956
69 years old, rebuilt 1971
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,156
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 83 over Little Sandy Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 83 over Little Sandy Creek in Sabine County, Texas. It was built in 1956 and reconstructed in 1971, 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 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 2,156 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,018 by 2040. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 83
CrossesLittle Sandy Creek
Location0.50 MI E of FM 1
RouteState Highway 83
CountySabine County
StateTexas
Coordinates31.25713, -93.96486
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44.6 US tons
Inventory rating26.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadOther
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,156 (2020)
Projected traffic3,018 by 2040
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 km)
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 proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$1,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 83 over Little Sandy Creek built?

It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1971.

What condition is FM 83 over Little Sandy 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 FM 83 over Little Sandy Creek carry?

About 2,156 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is FM 83 over Little Sandy Creek?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns FM 83 over Little Sandy Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.