US Bridges

Lp 363 Ml over BNSF RR

Good

Bell County, Texas · 0.20 MI NW of IH 35 · Structure no. 090140018404054

Built
2009
16 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
320 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
27,952
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Lp 363 Ml over BNSF RR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Lp 363 Ml over BNSF RR in Bell County, Texas. It was built in 2009, so it is 16 years old, younger 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 27,952 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 87,600 by 2035. The structure is 320 ft (97.5 m) long and 118 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesLp 363 Ml
CrossesBNSF RR
Location0.20 MI NW of IH 35
RouteState Highway 363
StateTexas
Coordinates31.09377, -97.38898
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans2 (+1 approach)
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length320 ft (97.5 m)
Longest span125 ft (38.1 m)
Deck width118 ft (36 m)
Roadway width114 ft (34.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic27,952 (2023)
Projected traffic87,600 by 2035
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Lp 363 Ml over BNSF RR built?

It was built in 2009, making it 16 years old in 2025.

What condition is Lp 363 Ml over BNSF RR 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does Lp 363 Ml over BNSF RR carry?

About 27,952 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is Lp 363 Ml over BNSF RR?

The structure is 320 ft (97.5 m) long with a longest span of 125 ft (38.1 m) and a deck 118 ft wide.

Who owns Lp 363 Ml over BNSF RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.