US Bridges

CR 208 over IH 40

Good

Carson County, Texas · 3.2 MI E of SH 207 · Structure no. 040330027503089

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
450 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
12
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

CR 208 over IH 40 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying CR 208 over IH 40 in Carson 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 12 vehicles a day, projected to reach 36 by 2032. The structure is 450 ft (137.2 m) long and 28 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesCR 208
CrossesIH 40
Location3.2 MI E of SH 207
RouteCounty Highway 208
CountyCarson County
StateTexas
Coordinates35.20695, -101.32843
Functional classRural Local

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 inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating53 US tons
Inventory rating24 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4 (+2 approach)
Design loadH 15
Structure length450 ft (137.2 m)
Longest span85 ft (25.9 m)
Deck width28 ft (8.6 m)
Roadway width25 ft (7.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12 (2020)
Projected traffic36 by 2032
Trucks0%
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was CR 208 over IH 40 built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.

What condition is CR 208 over IH 40 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does CR 208 over IH 40 carry?

About 12 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is CR 208 over IH 40?

The structure is 450 ft (137.2 m) long with a longest span of 85 ft (25.9 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns CR 208 over IH 40?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.