FM 561 over IH 30
GoodBowie County, Texas · 3.5 MI E of US 259 · Structure no. 190190061005170
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 380 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 278
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 561 over IH 30 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 561 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 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 278 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 389 by 2042. The structure is 380 ft (115.8 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 561 over IH 30 built?
It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 561 over IH 30 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does FM 561 over IH 30 carry?
About 278 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is FM 561 over IH 30?
The structure is 380 ft (115.8 m) long with a longest span of 105 ft (32 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns FM 561 over IH 30?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.