US Bridges

US 75 SB FR over Iron Ore Creek

Good

Grayson County, Texas · 0.60 MI N of FM 691 · Structure no. 010920004718241

Built
1984
41 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
140 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
6,539
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 75 SB FR over Iron Ore Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 75 SB FR over Iron Ore Creek in Grayson County, Texas. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 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 6,539 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,808 by 2041. The structure is 140 ft (42.7 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 75 SB FR
CrossesIron Ore Creek
Location0.60 MI N of FM 691
RouteU.S. Route 75
StateTexas
Coordinates33.71715, -96.58815
Functional classUrban Collector

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 inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length140 ft (42.7 m)
Longest span69 ft (21 m)
Deck width38 ft (11.6 m)
Roadway width35 ft (10.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,539 (2021)
Projected traffic9,808 by 2041
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 75 SB FR over Iron Ore Creek built?

It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 75 SB FR over Iron Ore Creek 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does US 75 SB FR over Iron Ore Creek carry?

About 6,539 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is US 75 SB FR over Iron Ore Creek?

The structure is 140 ft (42.7 m) long with a longest span of 69 ft (21 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.

Who owns US 75 SB FR over Iron Ore Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.