IH 30 WB over Sulphur River
FairBowie County, Texas · At Morris C/L · Structure no. 190190061005163
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 1,859 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 15,625
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 30 WB over Sulphur River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 30 WB over Sulphur River in Bowie County, Texas. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 15,625 vehicles a day, roughly 32% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,300 by 2033. The structure is 1,859 ft (566.6 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 42.9 mi (69 km).
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IH 30 WB over Sulphur River built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is IH 30 WB over Sulphur River 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does IH 30 WB over Sulphur River carry?
About 15,625 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 32% are trucks.
How long is IH 30 WB over Sulphur River?
The structure is 1,859 ft (566.6 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.8 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns IH 30 WB over Sulphur River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.