US Bridges

SH 207 over IH 40

Fair

Carson County, Texas · 9.1 MI E of FM 2373 · Structure no. 040330027503057

Built
1966
59 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete Continuous
Length
235 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,310
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 207 over IH 40 is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying SH 207 over IH 40 in Carson County, Texas. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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 2,310 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,240 by 2033. The structure is 235 ft (71.6 m) long and 31 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesSH 207
CrossesIH 40
Location9.1 MI E of FM 2373
RouteState Highway 207
CountyCarson County
StateTexas
Coordinates35.21685, -101.38252
Functional classRural 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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionOctober 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 geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating50 US tons
Inventory rating30 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2 (+2 approach)
Design loadH 20
Structure length235 ft (71.6 m)
Longest span67 ft (20.4 m)
Deck width31 ft (9.5 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,310 (2013)
Projected traffic3,240 by 2033
Trucks17%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
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 proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$664,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was SH 207 over IH 40 built?

It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 207 over IH 40 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does SH 207 over IH 40 carry?

About 2,310 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.

How long is SH 207 over IH 40?

The structure is 235 ft (71.6 m) long with a longest span of 67 ft (20.4 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.

Who owns SH 207 over IH 40?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.