US Bridges

US 80 over Sabine River Tributary

Good

Wood County, Texas · 0.3 MI E of FM 778 · Structure no. 102500009602088

Built
1960
65 years old, rebuilt 1970
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,706
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 80 over Sabine River Tributary is a concrete culvert carrying US 80 over Sabine River Tributary in Wood County, Texas. It was built in 1960 and reconstructed in 1970, so it is 65 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 3,706 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,280 by 2033. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).

CarriesUS 80
CrossesSabine River Tributary
Location0.3 MI E of FM 778
RouteU.S. Route 80
StateTexas
Coordinates32.61498, -95.30846
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourCountermeasures installed to correct a previously existing problem
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadOther
Structure length26 ft (7.9 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,706 (2020)
Projected traffic4,280 by 2033
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.2 mi (18 km)
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 US 80 over Sabine River Tributary built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1970.

What condition is US 80 over Sabine River Tributary 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does US 80 over Sabine River Tributary carry?

About 3,706 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is US 80 over Sabine River Tributary?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns US 80 over Sabine River Tributary?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.