US Bridges

US 175/SH 31 (SL7) over SH 19/BS 19J

Fair

Henderson County, Texas · 2.40 MI W of SH 31 E · Structure no. 101080109905069

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
275 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
17,233
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 175/SH 31 (SL7) over SH 19/BS 19J is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 175/SH 31 (SL7) over SH 19/BS 19J in Henderson County, Texas. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 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 17,233 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 24,126 by 2041. The structure is 275 ft (83.8 m) long and 86 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesUS 175/SH 31 (SL7)
CrossesSH 19/BS 19J
Location2.40 MI W of SH 31 E
RouteU.S. Route 175
StateTexas
Coordinates32.2273, -95.85261
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to 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

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length275 ft (83.8 m)
Longest span125 ft (38.1 m)
Deck width86 ft (26.2 m)
Roadway width83 ft (25.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic17,233 (2021)
Projected traffic24,126 by 2041
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 19/BS 19J built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 175/SH 31 (SL7) over SH 19/BS 19J 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does US 175/SH 31 (SL7) over SH 19/BS 19J carry?

About 17,233 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is US 175/SH 31 (SL7) over SH 19/BS 19J?

The structure is 275 ft (83.8 m) long with a longest span of 125 ft (38.1 m) and a deck 86 ft wide.

Who owns US 175/SH 31 (SL7) over SH 19/BS 19J?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.