US Bridges

Lansing Switch RD over IH 20

Good

Harrison County, Texas · 2.70 MI E of Lp 281 · Structure no. 191030049508391

Built
2023
2 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
240 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,601
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Lansing Switch RD over IH 20 is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Lansing Switch RD over IH 20 in Harrison County, Texas. It was built in 2023, so it is 2 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 1,601 vehicles a day, projected to reach 2,241 by 2038. The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long and 72 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesLansing Switch RD
CrossesIH 20
Location2.70 MI E of Lp 281
RouteCounty Highway 3424
StateTexas
Coordinates32.46669, -94.62146
Functional classRural Local

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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHL 93
Structure length240 ft (73.2 m)
Longest span120 ft (36.6 m)
Deck width72 ft (21.9 m)
Roadway width58 ft (17.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,601 (2018)
Projected traffic2,241 by 2038
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 km)
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 Lansing Switch RD over IH 20 built?

It was built in 2023, making it 2 years old in 2025.

What condition is Lansing Switch RD over IH 20 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does Lansing Switch RD over IH 20 carry?

About 1,601 vehicles per day (2018 count).

How long is Lansing Switch RD over IH 20?

The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long with a longest span of 120 ft (36.6 m) and a deck 72 ft wide.

Who owns Lansing Switch RD over IH 20?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.