US Bridges

US 82 WB over Bullard Ck

Good

Fannin County, Texas · 1.0 MI E of CR 897 · Structure no. 010750004521268

Built
2021
4 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
440 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
8,939
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 82 WB over Bullard Ck is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 82 WB over Bullard Ck in Fannin County, Texas. It was built in 2021, so it is 4 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 8,939 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,515 by 2042. The structure is 440 ft (134.1 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesUS 82 WB
CrossesBullard Ck
Location1.0 MI E of CR 897
RouteU.S. Route 82
StateTexas
Coordinates33.60691, -96.04008
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

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.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadHL 93
Structure length440 ft (134.1 m)
Longest span95 ft (29 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.2 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,939 (2023)
Projected traffic12,515 by 2042
Trucks21%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 82 WB over Bullard Ck built?

It was built in 2021, making it 4 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 82 WB over Bullard Ck 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 December 2024.

How much traffic does US 82 WB over Bullard Ck carry?

About 8,939 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.

How long is US 82 WB over Bullard Ck?

The structure is 440 ft (134.1 m) long with a longest span of 95 ft (29 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns US 82 WB over Bullard Ck?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.