US Bridges

SH 101 over Trib to Big Sandy Creek

Good

Wise County, Texas · 1.7 Miles South of FM3264 · Structure no. 022490035102002

Built
1935
90 years old, rebuilt 1967
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
23 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,648
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 101 over Trib to Big Sandy Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 101 over Trib to Big Sandy Creek in Wise County, Texas. It was built in 1935 and reconstructed in 1967, so it is 90 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 1,648 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,560 by 2033. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long.

CarriesSH 101
CrossesTrib to Big Sandy Creek
Location1.7 Miles South of FM3264
RouteState Highway 101
StateTexas
Coordinates33.41193, -97.81145
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length23 ft (7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,648 (2019)
Projected traffic4,560 by 2033
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 SH 101 over Trib to Big Sandy Creek built?

It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1967.

What condition is SH 101 over Trib to 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does SH 101 over Trib to Big Sandy Creek carry?

About 1,648 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is SH 101 over Trib to Big Sandy Creek?

The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns SH 101 over Trib to Big Sandy Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.