US Bridges

SH 148 over W Fork of Trinity River

Good

Jack County, Texas · 4.8 MI S of FM-2127 · Structure no. 021200039106029

Built
2006
19 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
732 ft
10 main spans
Daily traffic
304
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 148 over W Fork of Trinity River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 148 over W Fork of Trinity River in Jack County, Texas. It was built in 2006, so it is 19 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 304 vehicles a day, roughly 44% of them trucks, projected to reach 830 by 2037. The structure is 732 ft (223.1 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.2 mi (26 km).

CarriesSH 148
CrossesW Fork of Trinity River
Location4.8 MI S of FM-2127
RouteState Highway 148
StateTexas
Coordinates33.37183, -98.20555
Functional classRural Major Collector

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.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: 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, cast-in-place
Main spans10
Design loadHS 20
Structure length732 ft (223.1 m)
Longest span78 ft (23.8 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.8 m)
Roadway width39 ft (11.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic304 (2020)
Projected traffic830 by 2037
Trucks44%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed16.2 mi (26 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SH 148 over W Fork of Trinity River built?

It was built in 2006, making it 19 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 148 over W Fork of Trinity River 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 SH 148 over W Fork of Trinity River carry?

About 304 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 44% are trucks.

How long is SH 148 over W Fork of Trinity River?

The structure is 732 ft (223.1 m) long with a longest span of 78 ft (23.8 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns SH 148 over W Fork of Trinity River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.