US Bridges

US 84 over BNSF RR

Good

Coleman County, Texas · 1.20 MI SE of FM 586 · Structure no. 230420005404084

Built
1971
54 years old, rebuilt 2005
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
400 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
6,556
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 84 over BNSF RR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 84 over BNSF RR in Coleman County, Texas. It was built in 1971 and reconstructed in 2005, 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 6,556 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,800 by 2033. The structure is 400 ft (121.9 m) long and 66 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesUS 84
CrossesBNSF RR
Location1.20 MI SE of FM 586
RouteU.S. Route 84
StateTexas
Coordinates31.79879, -99.38629
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 2023
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 rating67 US tons
Inventory rating22 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length400 ft (121.9 m)
Longest span80 ft (24.4 m)
Deck width66 ft (20.1 m)
Roadway width63 ft (19.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,556 (2020)
Projected traffic7,800 by 2033
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 84 over BNSF RR built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2005.

What condition is US 84 over BNSF RR 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 2023.

How much traffic does US 84 over BNSF RR carry?

About 6,556 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is US 84 over BNSF RR?

The structure is 400 ft (121.9 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 66 ft wide.

Who owns US 84 over BNSF RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.