US Bridges

CR 258/SIGN CR 341 over Elm Fork Trinity River

Poor

Cooke County, Texas · 2.3 MI S of CR 191 · Structure no. 030490AA0258002

Built
1976
49 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected September 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
80 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
59
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

CR 258/SIGN CR 341 over Elm Fork Trinity River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying CR 258/SIGN CR 341 over Elm Fork Trinity River in Cooke County, Texas. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 years old, older 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 59 vehicles a day, projected to reach 220 by 2027. The structure is 80 ft (24.4 m) long and 16 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).

CarriesCR 258/SIGN CR 341
CrossesElm Fork Trinity River
Location2.3 MI S of CR 191
RouteCounty Highway 341
StateTexas
Coordinates33.61666, -97.41143
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Deck geometry8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy4: 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

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1 (+2 approach)
Design loadUnknown
Structure length80 ft (24.4 m)
Longest span39 ft (11.9 m)
Deck width16 ft (4.9 m)
Roadway width16 ft (4.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic59 (2020)
Projected traffic220 by 2027
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.8 mi (19 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$4,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was CR 258/SIGN CR 341 over Elm Fork Trinity River built?

It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.

What condition is CR 258/SIGN CR 341 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 258/SIGN CR 341 over Elm Fork Trinity River carry?

About 59 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is CR 258/SIGN CR 341 over Elm Fork Trinity River?

The structure is 80 ft (24.4 m) long with a longest span of 39 ft (11.9 m) and a deck 16 ft wide.

Who owns CR 258/SIGN CR 341 over Elm Fork Trinity River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.