US Bridges

SH 105 over Little Sandy Creek

Fair

Washington County, Texas · 0.56 MI NE of FM 577 · Structure no. 172390031507071

Built
2000
25 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
180 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
12,382
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 105 over Little Sandy Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 105 over Little Sandy Creek in Washington County, Texas. It was built in 2000, so it is 25 years old, younger 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 12,382 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,335 by 2041. The structure is 180 ft (54.9 m) long and 86 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesSH 105
CrossesLittle Sandy Creek
Location0.56 MI NE of FM 577
RouteState Highway 105
StateTexas
Coordinates30.18409, -96.37807
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length180 ft (54.9 m)
Longest span60 ft (18.3 m)
Deck width86 ft (26.2 m)
Roadway width84 ft (25.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,382 (2021)
Projected traffic17,335 by 2041
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SH 105 over Little Sandy Creek built?

It was built in 2000, making it 25 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 105 over Little Sandy 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does SH 105 over Little Sandy Creek carry?

About 12,382 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is SH 105 over Little Sandy Creek?

The structure is 180 ft (54.9 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 86 ft wide.

Who owns SH 105 over Little Sandy Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.