US Bridges

IH 30 over Red Bayou

Fair

Bowie County, Texas · 0.50 MI W of SH 8 · Structure no. 190190061006112

Built
1967
58 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
42 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
35,710
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 30 over Red Bayou is a concrete culvert carrying IH 30 over Red Bayou in Bowie County, Texas. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 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 35,710 vehicles a day, roughly 43% of them trucks, projected to reach 39,050 by 2033. The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesIH 30
CrossesRed Bayou
Location0.50 MI W of SH 8
RouteInterstate 30
CountyBowie County
StateTexas
Coordinates33.47506, -94.41682
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length42 ft (12.8 m)
Longest span13 ft (4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic35,710 (2019)
Projected traffic39,050 by 2033
Trucks43%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 30 over Red Bayou built?

It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 30 over Red Bayou 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 over Red Bayou carry?

About 35,710 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 43% are trucks.

How long is IH 30 over Red Bayou?

The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m).

Who owns IH 30 over Red Bayou?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.