FM 1840 over IH 30
FairBowie County, Texas · 2.30 MI SW of SH 98 · Structure no. 190190061005157
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 380 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 501
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 1840 over IH 30 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 1840 over IH 30 in Bowie County, Texas. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 501 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 810 by 2033. The structure is 380 ft (115.8 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 1840 over IH 30 built?
It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 1840 over IH 30 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 FM 1840 over IH 30 carry?
About 501 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is FM 1840 over IH 30?
The structure is 380 ft (115.8 m) long with a longest span of 105 ft (32.1 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns FM 1840 over IH 30?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.