US Bridges

FM 1810 over Big Sandy Creek

Good

Wise County, Texas · 2.0 Miles East of FM1655S · Structure no. 022490241801006

Built
2007
18 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
820 ft
7 main spans
Daily traffic
3,827
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1810 over Big Sandy Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 1810 over Big Sandy Creek in Wise County, Texas. It was built in 2007, so it is 18 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 3,827 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,840 by 2035. The structure is 820 ft (249.9 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).

CarriesFM 1810
CrossesBig Sandy Creek
Location2.0 Miles East of FM1655S
RouteState Highway 1810
StateTexas
Coordinates33.27477, -97.6788
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum 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, cast-in-place
Main spans7
Design loadHS 20
Structure length820 ft (249.9 m)
Longest span120 ft (36.6 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.8 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 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 closed11.8 mi (19 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 FM 1810 over Big Sandy Creek built?

It was built in 2007, making it 18 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 1810 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 March 2023.

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

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

How long is FM 1810 over Big Sandy Creek?

The structure is 820 ft (249.9 m) long with a longest span of 120 ft (36.6 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns FM 1810 over Big Sandy Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.