US Bridges

US 90 over Sanderson Canyon

Fair

Terrell County, Texas · 2.00 MI E of US 285 · Structure no. 062220002201047

Built
1947
78 years old, rebuilt 1979
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
322 ft
8 main spans
Daily traffic
1,574
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 90 over Sanderson Canyon is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 90 over Sanderson Canyon in Terrell County, Texas. It was built in 1947 and reconstructed in 1979, so it is 78 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 1,574 vehicles a day, roughly 38% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,240 by 2040. The structure is 322 ft (98.1 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 80.8 mi (130 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 90
CrossesSanderson Canyon
Location2.00 MI E of US 285
RouteU.S. Route 90
CountyTerrell County
StateTexas
Coordinates30.12885, -102.38491
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry8: Equal to present desirable 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 typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans8
Design loadH 20
Structure length322 ft (98.1 m)
Longest span40 ft (12.2 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,574 (2023)
Projected traffic2,240 by 2040
Trucks38%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed80.8 mi (130 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

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 90 over Sanderson Canyon built?

It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1979.

What condition is US 90 over Sanderson Canyon 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does US 90 over Sanderson Canyon carry?

About 1,574 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 38% are trucks.

How long is US 90 over Sanderson Canyon?

The structure is 322 ft (98.1 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns US 90 over Sanderson Canyon?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.