US 57 over Sand Creek
FairZavala County, Texas · 2.7 MI W of US 83 · Structure no. 222540027603067
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old, rebuilt 1988
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 43 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,277
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 57 over Sand Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 57 over Sand Creek in Zavala County, Texas. It was built in 1963 and reconstructed in 1988, 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 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 3,277 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,650 by 2037. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long and 65 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.7 mi (51 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 57 over Sand Creek built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1988.
What condition is US 57 over Sand 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does US 57 over Sand Creek carry?
About 3,277 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.
How long is US 57 over Sand Creek?
The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 65 ft wide.
Who owns US 57 over Sand Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.