US 96 Bus NB over US 96
FairHardin County, Texas · 3.15 MI S of SH 327 · Structure no. 201010006505107
- Built
- 1973
- 52 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 412 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,381
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 96 Bus NB over US 96 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 96 Bus NB over US 96 in Hardin County, Texas. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 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 6,381 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,934 by 2042. The structure is 412 ft (125.6 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 96 Bus NB over US 96 built?
It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 96 Bus NB over US 96 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does US 96 Bus NB over US 96 carry?
About 6,381 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is US 96 Bus NB over US 96?
The structure is 412 ft (125.6 m) long with a longest span of 125 ft (38.1 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns US 96 Bus NB over US 96?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.