US Bridges

Armstrong RD over Chambers Creek

FairPosted for load

Ellis County, Texas · 2.0 MI SE of Austonia RD · Structure no. 180710AA0352001

Built
1992
33 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
188 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
100
2019 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Armstrong RD over Chambers Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Armstrong RD over Chambers Creek in Ellis 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 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 100 vehicles a day, projected to reach 200 by 2031. The structure is 188 ft (57.3 m) long and 16 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesArmstrong RD
CrossesChambers Creek
Location2.0 MI SE of Austonia RD
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyEllis County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.17529, -96.70122
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating33 US tons
Inventory rating20 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckWood or timber
Main spans3 (+1 approach)
Design loadUnknown
Structure length188 ft (57.3 m)
Longest span55 ft (16.8 m)
Deck width16 ft (5 m)
Roadway width14 ft (4.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic100 (2019)
Projected traffic200 by 2031
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 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 proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$6,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Armstrong RD over Chambers Creek built?

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

What condition is Armstrong RD over Chambers Creek 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does Armstrong RD over Chambers Creek carry?

About 100 vehicles per day (2019 count).

How long is Armstrong RD over Chambers Creek?

The structure is 188 ft (57.3 m) long with a longest span of 55 ft (16.8 m) and a deck 16 ft wide.

Who owns Armstrong RD over Chambers Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.