US Bridges

Clarke RD over BNSF RR to Railhead

Good

Coryell County, Texas · N of 190 Ft. Hood Tx · Structure no. DAPFORHOO000013

Built
2000
25 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
40 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
300
2019 count
Owner
Federal
Army

About this bridge

Clarke RD over BNSF RR to Railhead is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Clarke RD over BNSF RR to Railhead in Coryell County, Texas. It was built in 2000, so it is 25 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 300 vehicles a day, roughly 40% of them trucks, projected to reach 600 by 2045. The structure is 40 ft (12.3 m) long and 38 ft wide.

CarriesClarke RD
CrossesBNSF RR to Railhead
LocationN of 190 Ft. Hood Tx
StateTexas
Coordinates31.13004, -97.83713
Functional classUrban 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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.6 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadGreater than HL 93
Structure length40 ft (12.3 m)
Longest span40 ft (12.3 m)
Deck width38 ft (11.6 m)
Roadway width35 ft (10.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic300 (2019)
Projected traffic600 by 2045
Trucks40%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerArmy
Maintained byArmy
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$17,000 (2023 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Clarke RD over BNSF RR to Railhead built?

It was built in 2000, making it 25 years old in 2025.

What condition is Clarke RD over BNSF RR to Railhead 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 2023.

How much traffic does Clarke RD over BNSF RR to Railhead carry?

About 300 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 40% are trucks.

How long is Clarke RD over BNSF RR to Railhead?

The structure is 40 ft (12.3 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.3 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.

Who owns Clarke RD over BNSF RR to Railhead?

It is owned by the Army.