US Bridges

CR 241/SIGN CR 327 over Elm Fork Trinity River

Poor

Cooke County, Texas · 2.3 MI SE of FM 1197 · Structure no. 030490AA0241001

Built
1986
39 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected September 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
143 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
10
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

CR 241/SIGN CR 327 over Elm Fork Trinity River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying CR 241/SIGN CR 327 over Elm Fork Trinity River in Cooke County, Texas. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 years old, younger than the Texas average of 44.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 2 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

It carries about 10 vehicles a day, projected to reach 130 by 2027. The structure is 143 ft (43.6 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

CarriesCR 241/SIGN CR 327
CrossesElm Fork Trinity River
Location2.3 MI SE of FM 1197
RouteCounty Highway 327
StateTexas
Coordinates33.60335, -97.28709
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure2 CriticalAdvanced deterioration of primary structural elements. Bridge may be closed until corrective action is taken.
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; extensive scour has occurred
Structural evaluation2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Deck geometry5: 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 rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1 (+2 approach)
Design loadUnknown
Structure length143 ft (43.6 m)
Longest span59 ft (18 m)
Deck width24 ft (7.3 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10 (2020)
Projected traffic130 by 2027
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$206,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was CR 241/SIGN CR 327 over Elm Fork Trinity River built?

It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.

What condition is CR 241/SIGN CR 327 over Elm Fork Trinity River in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in September 2024.

How much traffic does CR 241/SIGN CR 327 over Elm Fork Trinity River carry?

About 10 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is CR 241/SIGN CR 327 over Elm Fork Trinity River?

The structure is 143 ft (43.6 m) long with a longest span of 59 ft (18 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.

Who owns CR 241/SIGN CR 327 over Elm Fork Trinity River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.