US 70 over BNSF RR
FairHale County, Texas · 0.3 MI E of FM 400 · Structure no. 050960014505011
- Built
- 1984
- 41 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 490 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,361
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 70 over BNSF RR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 70 over BNSF RR in Hale 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 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 6,361 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,730 by 2033. The structure is 490 ft (149.4 m) long and 74 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 70 over BNSF RR built?
It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 70 over BNSF RR 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 US 70 over BNSF RR carry?
About 6,361 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is US 70 over BNSF RR?
The structure is 490 ft (149.4 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 74 ft wide.
Who owns US 70 over BNSF RR?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.