US Bridges

US 82 WB over SH 56

Good

Grayson County, Texas · JCT of US 82 and SH 56 · Structure no. 010920004518118

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
140 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
7,729
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 82 WB over SH 56 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 82 WB over SH 56 in Grayson County, Texas. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 years old, older 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 7,729 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,820 by 2041. The structure is 140 ft (42.7 m) long and 42 ft wide.

CarriesUS 82 WB
CrossesSH 56
LocationJCT of US 82 and SH 56
RouteU.S. Route 82
StateTexas
Coordinates33.65629, -96.93756
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75 US tons
Inventory rating42 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length140 ft (42.7 m)
Longest span60 ft (18.3 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.9 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,729 (2021)
Projected traffic10,820 by 2041
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-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 statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 82 WB over SH 56 built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 82 WB over SH 56 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does US 82 WB over SH 56 carry?

About 7,729 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is US 82 WB over SH 56?

The structure is 140 ft (42.7 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns US 82 WB over SH 56?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.