US Bridges

CR 237/W Ferguson over S Side Irrigation Canal

FairPosted for load

Archer County, Texas · 1.85 MI E of SH 25 · Structure no. 030050AA0237001

Built
1969
56 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2024
Type
Other
Prestressed Concrete
Length
77 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
29
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

CR 237/W Ferguson over S Side Irrigation Canal is a prestressed concrete other carrying CR 237/W Ferguson over S Side Irrigation Canal in Archer County, Texas. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 29 vehicles a day, projected to reach 40 by 2036. The structure is 77 ft (23.5 m) long and 23 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesCR 237/W Ferguson
CrossesS Side Irrigation Canal
Location1.85 MI E of SH 25
RouteCounty Highway 237
CountyArcher County
StateTexas
Coordinates33.83029, -98.8085
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeOther
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length77 ft (23.5 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.1 m)
Deck width23 ft (7.1 m)
Roadway width22 ft (6.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic29 (2020)
Projected traffic40 by 2036
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 CR 237/W Ferguson over S Side Irrigation Canal built?

It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.

What condition is CR 237/W Ferguson over S Side Irrigation Canal 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 CR 237/W Ferguson over S Side Irrigation Canal carry?

About 29 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is CR 237/W Ferguson over S Side Irrigation Canal?

The structure is 77 ft (23.5 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 23 ft wide.

Who owns CR 237/W Ferguson over S Side Irrigation Canal?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.