US Bridges

US 175/SH 31 (SL7) over US 175/BU 175G (w)

Fair

Henderson County, Texas · 2.60 MI NE of SH 31 W · Structure no. 101080109905235

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
270 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
8,974
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 175/SH 31 (SL7) over US 175/BU 175G (w) is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 175/SH 31 (SL7) over US 175/BU 175G (w) 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 8,974 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,564 by 2041. The structure is 270 ft (82.3 m) long and 86 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 175/SH 31 (SL7)
CrossesUS 175/BU 175G (w)
Location2.60 MI NE of SH 31 W
RouteU.S. Route 175
CountyHenderson County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.22056, -95.87928
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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
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

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length270 ft (82.3 m)
Longest span130 ft (39.6 m)
Deck width86 ft (26.2 m)
Roadway width83 ft (25.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,974 (2021)
Projected traffic12,564 by 2041
Trucks4%
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 US 175/BU 175G (w) built?

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

What condition is US 175/SH 31 (SL7) over US 175/BU 175G (w) 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 US 175/BU 175G (w) carry?

About 8,974 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is US 175/SH 31 (SL7) over US 175/BU 175G (w)?

The structure is 270 ft (82.3 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 US 175/BU 175G (w)?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.