SH 36 NB over Big Sandy Creek
GoodWashington County, Texas · 0.4 MI N of Bus 36 · Structure no. 172390018605023
- Built
- 1925
- 100 years old, rebuilt 1953
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 142 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10,810
- 2013 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 36 NB over Big Sandy Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying SH 36 NB over Big Sandy Creek in Washington County, Texas. It was built in 1925 and reconstructed in 1953, so it is 100 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 10,810 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,140 by 2033. The structure is 142 ft (43.3 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 SH 36 NB over Big Sandy Creek built?
It was built in 1925, making it 100 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1953.
What condition is SH 36 NB 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does SH 36 NB over Big Sandy Creek carry?
About 10,810 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.
How long is SH 36 NB over Big Sandy Creek?
The structure is 142 ft (43.3 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns SH 36 NB over Big Sandy Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.