US Bridges

Tx Viaduct Ramp C over W 3rd ST

Fair

Bowie County, Texas · 0.2 MI E of UP RR · Structure no. 190190B02705005

Built
1975
50 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
595 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,752
2013 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Tx Viaduct Ramp C over W 3rd ST is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Tx Viaduct Ramp C over W 3rd ST in Bowie County, Texas. It was built in 1975, so it is 50 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 5 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 2,752 vehicles a day, projected to reach 2,752 by 2033. The structure is 595 ft (181.4 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesTx Viaduct Ramp C
CrossesW 3rd ST
Location0.2 MI E of UP RR
RouteCity Street 0
CountyBowie County
StateTexas
Coordinates33.41945, -94.05003
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2 (+13 approach)
Design loadUnknown
Structure length595 ft (181.4 m)
Longest span85 ft (25.9 m)
Deck width28 ft (8.4 m)
Roadway width22 ft (6.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,752 (2013)
Projected traffic2,752 by 2033
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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 Tx Viaduct Ramp C over W 3rd ST built?

It was built in 1975, making it 50 years old in 2025.

What condition is Tx Viaduct Ramp C over W 3rd ST 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does Tx Viaduct Ramp C over W 3rd ST carry?

About 2,752 vehicles per day (2013 count).

How long is Tx Viaduct Ramp C over W 3rd ST?

The structure is 595 ft (181.4 m) long with a longest span of 85 ft (25.9 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns Tx Viaduct Ramp C over W 3rd ST?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.