SH 273 over North Fork of Red River
GoodGray County, Texas · 0.4 MI NW of FM 291 · Structure no. 040910056002149
- Built
- 2012
- 13 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 920 ft
- 8 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 395
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 273 over North Fork of Red River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 273 over North Fork of Red River in Gray County, Texas. It was built in 2012, so it is 13 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 395 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,020 by 2033. The structure is 920 ft (280.4 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 273 over North Fork of Red River built?
It was built in 2012, making it 13 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 273 over North Fork of Red River 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does SH 273 over North Fork of Red River carry?
About 395 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.
How long is SH 273 over North Fork of Red River?
The structure is 920 ft (280.4 m) long with a longest span of 115 ft (35.1 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns SH 273 over North Fork of Red River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.