SH 7 over Sandy Creek
GoodShelby County, Texas · 7.30 MI SW of FM 711 · Structure no. 112100005903026
- Built
- 1935
- 90 years old, rebuilt 1970
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 34 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,466
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 7 over Sandy Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 7 over Sandy Creek in Shelby County, Texas. It was built in 1935 and reconstructed in 1970, 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 3,466 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,852 by 2040. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.9 mi (40 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 7 over Sandy Creek built?
It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1970.
What condition is SH 7 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does SH 7 over Sandy Creek carry?
About 3,466 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.
How long is SH 7 over Sandy Creek?
The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns SH 7 over Sandy Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.