US 80 over Big Sandy Creek
GoodUpshur County, Texas · 1.60 MI E of SH 155 · Structure no. 192300009603133
- Built
- 2014
- 11 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 355 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,953
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 80 over Big Sandy Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 80 over Big Sandy Creek in Upshur County, Texas. It was built in 2014, so it is 11 years old, younger 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 4,953 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,020 by 2032. The structure is 355 ft (108.2 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.2 mi (26 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 80 over Big Sandy Creek built?
It was built in 2014, making it 11 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 80 over Big 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does US 80 over Big Sandy Creek carry?
About 4,953 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is US 80 over Big Sandy Creek?
The structure is 355 ft (108.2 m) long with a longest span of 95 ft (29 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns US 80 over Big Sandy Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.