SH 73 WB FR over Atlantic Main Canal
FairJefferson County, Texas · 0.45 MI SW of FM 366 · Structure no. 201240030603018
- Built
- 1961
- 64 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,064
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 73 WB FR over Atlantic Main Canal is a concrete culvert carrying SH 73 WB FR over Atlantic Main Canal in Jefferson County, Texas. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 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 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 2,064 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,128 by 2042. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 73 WB FR over Atlantic Main Canal built?
It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 73 WB FR over Atlantic Main Canal 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does SH 73 WB FR over Atlantic Main Canal carry?
About 2,064 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is SH 73 WB FR over Atlantic Main Canal?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns SH 73 WB FR over Atlantic Main Canal?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.