US Bridges

IH 30 WB over FM 560

Good

Bowie County, Texas · 2.75 MI E of Spur 86 · Structure no. 190190061006100

Built
1965
60 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
114 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
16,957
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 30 WB over FM 560 is a concrete continuous slab carrying IH 30 WB over FM 560 in Bowie County, Texas. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 16,957 vehicles a day, roughly 45% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,620 by 2033. The structure is 114 ft (34.7 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesIH 30 WB
CrossesFM 560
Location2.75 MI E of Spur 86
RouteInterstate 30
StateTexas
Coordinates33.47466, -94.28928
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating58 US tons
Inventory rating34.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length114 ft (34.7 m)
Longest span45 ft (13.7 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.7 m)
Roadway width39 ft (12 m)
Vertical clearance over deck16 ft (4.9 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic16,957 (2022)
Projected traffic21,620 by 2033
Trucks45%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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 IH 30 WB over FM 560 built?

It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 30 WB over FM 560 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 IH 30 WB over FM 560 carry?

About 16,957 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 45% are trucks.

How long is IH 30 WB over FM 560?

The structure is 114 ft (34.7 m) long with a longest span of 45 ft (13.7 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns IH 30 WB over FM 560?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.