FM 1870 over IH 30
FairHopkins County, Texas · 2.10 MI E of SH 11 · Structure no. 011130001002114
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old, rebuilt 1987
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 320 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,470
- 2013 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 1870 over IH 30 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 1870 over IH 30 in Hopkins County, Texas. It was built in 1960 and reconstructed in 1987, so it is 65 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 4,470 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,260 by 2033. The structure is 320 ft (97.5 m) long and 32 ft wide.
Location
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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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 1870 over IH 30 built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1987.
What condition is FM 1870 over IH 30 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 January 2023.
How much traffic does FM 1870 over IH 30 carry?
About 4,470 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is FM 1870 over IH 30?
The structure is 320 ft (97.5 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.8 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns FM 1870 over IH 30?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.