US Bridges

US 175/SH 31 (SL7) over SH 31/BS 31H (e)

Good

Henderson County, Texas · 1.40 MI NW of FM 2495 · Structure no. 101080109905052

Built
2000
25 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
280 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
13,836
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 175/SH 31 (SL7) over SH 31/BS 31H (e) is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 175/SH 31 (SL7) over SH 31/BS 31H (e) in Henderson County, Texas. It was built in 2000, so it is 25 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 13,836 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,157 by 2041. The structure is 280 ft (85.3 m) long and 86 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 175/SH 31 (SL7)
CrossesSH 31/BS 31H (e)
Location1.40 MI NW of FM 2495
RouteU.S. Route 175
CountyHenderson County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.22688, -95.81209
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum 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

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1 (+2 approach)
Design loadUnknown
Structure length280 ft (85.3 m)
Longest span130 ft (39.6 m)
Deck width86 ft (26.2 m)
Roadway width83 ft (25.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic13,836 (2021)
Projected traffic17,157 by 2041
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 175/SH 31 (SL7) over SH 31/BS 31H (e) built?

It was built in 2000, making it 25 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 175/SH 31 (SL7) over SH 31/BS 31H (e) 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does US 175/SH 31 (SL7) over SH 31/BS 31H (e) carry?

About 13,836 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is US 175/SH 31 (SL7) over SH 31/BS 31H (e)?

The structure is 280 ft (85.3 m) long with a longest span of 130 ft (39.6 m) and a deck 86 ft wide.

Who owns US 175/SH 31 (SL7) over SH 31/BS 31H (e)?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.