US Bridges

SH 191 EB over Billy Hext RD

Fair

Ector County, Texas · 1.15 MI E of Loop 338 · Structure no. 060690229601027

Built
1992
33 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
390 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
11,070
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 191 EB over Billy Hext RD is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 191 EB over Billy Hext RD in Ector County, Texas. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 years old, younger than the Texas average of 44.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 11,070 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,500 by 2033. The structure is 390 ft (118.9 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesSH 191 EB
CrossesBilly Hext RD
Location1.15 MI E of Loop 338
RouteState Highway 191
CountyEctor County
StateTexas
Coordinates31.90636, -102.30286
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to 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

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length390 ft (118.9 m)
Longest span110 ft (33.5 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.2 m)
Roadway width37 ft (11.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11,070 (2013)
Projected traffic15,500 by 2033
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 191 EB over Billy Hext RD built?

It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 191 EB over Billy Hext RD in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in March 2023.

How much traffic does SH 191 EB over Billy Hext RD carry?

About 11,070 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is SH 191 EB over Billy Hext RD?

The structure is 390 ft (118.9 m) long with a longest span of 110 ft (33.5 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns SH 191 EB over Billy Hext RD?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.