FM 356 over Sulphur Creek
FairTrinity County, Texas · 1.00 MI SE of FM 355 · Structure no. 112280047509064
- Built
- 1954
- 71 years old, rebuilt 1970
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 27 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,791
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 356 over Sulphur Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 356 over Sulphur Creek in Trinity County, Texas. It was built in 1954 and reconstructed in 1970, so it is 71 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 1,791 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,470 by 2033. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 356 over Sulphur Creek built?
It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1970.
What condition is FM 356 over Sulphur 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does FM 356 over Sulphur Creek carry?
About 1,791 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is FM 356 over Sulphur Creek?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns FM 356 over Sulphur Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.