US Bridges

FM 1810 over Sandy Creek Relief

Good

Wise County, Texas · 2.5 Miles East of FM1655S · Structure no. 022490241801005

Built
1963
62 years old, rebuilt 2006
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
3,827
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1810 over Sandy Creek Relief is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1810 over Sandy Creek Relief in Wise County, Texas. It was built in 1963 and reconstructed in 2006, so it is 62 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 3,827 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,840 by 2035. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 88 ft wide.

CarriesFM 1810
CrossesSandy Creek Relief
Location2.5 Miles East of FM1655S
RouteState Highway 1810
StateTexas
Coordinates33.27404, -97.67246
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 inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width88 ft (26.7 m)
Roadway width42 ft (12.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,827 (2020)
Projected traffic8,840 by 2035
Trucks18%
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 FM 1810 over Sandy Creek Relief built?

It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2006.

What condition is FM 1810 over Sandy Creek Relief 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does FM 1810 over Sandy Creek Relief carry?

About 3,827 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.

How long is FM 1810 over Sandy Creek Relief?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 88 ft wide.

Who owns FM 1810 over Sandy Creek Relief?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.