SH 72 over Sulphur Creek

Fair Condition87 years old5,050 vehicles/day

Location

StateTexas
CountyBee
Location0.05 Mi S Of FM 882
CarriesSH 72
CrossesSulphur Creek
Coordinates28.66617, -98.00302

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length245.1 ft (74.7 m)
Max Span55.1 ft (16.8 m)
Deck Width45.9 ft (14 m)
Deck Area1045.8 sq m
Main Spans5
Year Built1939 (reconstructed 1989)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic5,050 (2020)
Truck Traffic31%
Lanes On Bridge3

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection424
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is possibly eligible (requires evaluation)
Structure Number160130027008020

Nearby Bridges

SH 72 over Sulphur Creek Draw 2.6 mi Fair FM 882 over Elm Creek 2.8 mi Good SH 72 over Sulphur Creek 3.0 mi Fair FM 673 over Draw 3.6 mi Fair FM 882 over Elm Creek 4.0 mi Good FM 882 over Draw 4.1 mi Good CR 180 over Draw 4.1 mi Good SH 72 over Sulphur Creek Draw 4.2 mi Fair CR 171 over Elm Creek 4.8 mi Good FM 882 over San Christoval Creek 5.0 mi Good