FM 197 over Sanders Creek
Fair Condition70 years old536 vehicles/day
Location
| State | Texas |
| County | Lamar |
| Location | 2.20 Mi W Of US 271 |
| Carries | FM 197 |
| Crosses | Sanders Creek |
| Coordinates | 33.87124, -95.54361 |
Condition Ratings
| Overall Condition | Fair |
| Deck | 7 (Good) |
| Superstructure | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Substructure | 7 (Good) |
| Channel/Waterway | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Scour Critical | 6 — Scour calculated, stable |
Physical Characteristics
| Material | Steel Continuous |
| Design | Stringer/Multi-beam |
| Total Length | 276.9 ft (84.4 m) |
| Max Span | 75.1 ft (22.9 m) |
| Deck Width | 42.3 ft (12.9 m) |
| Deck Area | 1088.8 sq m |
| Main Spans | 3 |
| Year Built | 1956 (reconstructed 1969) |
Traffic
| Avg Daily Traffic | 536 (2020) |
| Truck Traffic | 13% |
| Lanes On Bridge | 2 |
Inspection & Ownership
| Last Inspection | December 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | Every 24 months |
| Owner | State Highway Agency |
| Historical Significance | Bridge is possibly eligible (requires evaluation) |
| Structure Number | 011390076901007 |