US Bridges

Harris Ferry RD over IH 30

Fair

Bowie County, Texas · 4.30 MI SW of FM 561 · Structure no. 190190061005165

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
380 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
50
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Harris Ferry RD over IH 30 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Harris Ferry RD 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 50 vehicles a day, projected to reach 50 by 2033. The structure is 380 ft (115.8 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.8 mi (27 km).

Location

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CarriesHarris Ferry RD
CrossesIH 30
Location4.30 MI SW of FM 561
RouteCounty Highway 4507
CountyBowie County
StateTexas
Coordinates33.32234, -94.6838
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating54 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2 (+3 approach)
Design loadH 15
Structure length380 ft (115.8 m)
Longest span105 ft (32 m)
Deck width28 ft (8.5 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic50 (2013)
Projected traffic50 by 2033
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed16.8 mi (27 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Harris Ferry RD over IH 30 built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.

What condition is Harris Ferry RD 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does Harris Ferry RD over IH 30 carry?

About 50 vehicles per day (2013 count).

How long is Harris Ferry RD over IH 30?

The structure is 380 ft (115.8 m) long with a longest span of 105 ft (32 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns Harris Ferry RD over IH 30?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.