US 82 over Red Bayou
FairBowie County, Texas · 1.30 MI W of SH 98 · Structure no. 190190004604028
- Built
- 1946
- 79 years old, rebuilt 2014
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,662
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 82 over Red Bayou is a concrete culvert carrying US 82 over Red Bayou in Bowie County, Texas. It was built in 1946 and reconstructed in 2014, so it is 79 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 9,662 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,260 by 2033. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.3 mi (23 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 82 over Red Bayou built?
It was built in 1946, making it 79 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2014.
What condition is US 82 over Red Bayou 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does US 82 over Red Bayou carry?
About 9,662 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is US 82 over Red Bayou?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns US 82 over Red Bayou?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.