US Bridges

US 82 over SH 78

Fair

Fannin County, Texas · Int US 82 and SH 78 · Structure no. 010750004520191

Built
2001
24 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
275 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,523
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 82 over SH 78 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 82 over SH 78 in Fannin County, Texas. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 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 5,523 vehicles a day, projected to reach 6,000 by 2027. The structure is 275 ft (83.8 m) long and 46 ft wide.

CarriesUS 82
CrossesSH 78
LocationInt US 82 and SH 78
RouteU.S. Route 82
StateTexas
Coordinates33.60424, -96.17458
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2022
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

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length275 ft (83.8 m)
Longest span95 ft (29 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width43 ft (13.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,523 (2019)
Projected traffic6,000 by 2027
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
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 US 82 over SH 78 built?

It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 82 over SH 78 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 October 2022.

How much traffic does US 82 over SH 78 carry?

About 5,523 vehicles per day (2019 count).

How long is US 82 over SH 78?

The structure is 275 ft (83.8 m) long with a longest span of 95 ft (29 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns US 82 over SH 78?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.