US Bridges

IH 27 over N Loop 369

Fair

Hale County, Texas · 2.70 MI S of FM 54 · Structure no. 050960006706045

Built
1962
63 years old, rebuilt 1980
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
159 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
13,530
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 27 over N Loop 369 is a concrete continuous slab carrying IH 27 over N Loop 369 in Hale County, Texas. It was built in 1962 and reconstructed in 1980, so it is 63 years old, older 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 5 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 13,530 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,910 by 2033. The structure is 159 ft (48.5 m) long and 84 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesIH 27
CrossesN Loop 369
Location2.70 MI S of FM 54
RouteInterstate 27
CountyHale County
StateTexas
Coordinates33.84045, -101.84282
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadOther
Structure length159 ft (48.5 m)
Longest span45 ft (13.7 m)
Deck width84 ft (25.6 m)
Roadway width80 ft (24.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic13,530 (2020)
Projected traffic15,910 by 2033
Trucks21%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$16,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 27 over N Loop 369 built?

It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1980.

What condition is IH 27 over N Loop 369 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does IH 27 over N Loop 369 carry?

About 13,530 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.

How long is IH 27 over N Loop 369?

The structure is 159 ft (48.5 m) long with a longest span of 45 ft (13.7 m) and a deck 84 ft wide.

Who owns IH 27 over N Loop 369?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.