US Bridges

SH 36 over Bus 36 / FM 215

Good

Coryell County, Texas · 3.80 MI NW of US 84 · Structure no. 090500018304072

Built
2011
14 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
290 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
5,172
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 36 over Bus 36 / FM 215 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 36 over Bus 36 / FM 215 in Coryell County, Texas. It was built in 2011, so it is 14 years old, younger 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 5,172 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,360 by 2033. The structure is 290 ft (88.4 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesSH 36
CrossesBus 36 / FM 215
Location3.80 MI NW of US 84
RouteState Highway 36
StateTexas
Coordinates31.48331, -97.73392
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1 (+2 approach)
Design loadHL 93
Structure length290 ft (88.4 m)
Longest span120 ft (36.6 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.8 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,172 (2020)
Projected traffic6,360 by 2033
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was SH 36 over Bus 36 / FM 215 built?

It was built in 2011, making it 14 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 36 over Bus 36 / FM 215 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 November 2022.

How much traffic does SH 36 over Bus 36 / FM 215 carry?

About 5,172 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is SH 36 over Bus 36 / FM 215?

The structure is 290 ft (88.4 m) long with a longest span of 120 ft (36.6 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns SH 36 over Bus 36 / FM 215?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.