US Bridges

SH 73 over SH 82

Fair

Jefferson County, Texas · 0.70 MI E of FM 823 · Structure no. 201240050804140

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
200 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
20,622
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 73 over SH 82 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 73 over SH 82 in Jefferson County, Texas. It was built in 1960, 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 20,622 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 29,870 by 2033. The structure is 200 ft (61 m) long and 78 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesSH 73
CrossesSH 82
Location0.70 MI E of FM 823
RouteState Highway 73
CountyJefferson County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.88359, -93.98802
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.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating48.9 US tons
Inventory rating29 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadOther
Structure length200 ft (61 m)
Longest span80 ft (24.4 m)
Deck width78 ft (23.8 m)
Roadway width73 ft (22.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic20,622 (2022)
Projected traffic29,870 by 2033
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesOverpass structure at an interchange
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was SH 73 over SH 82 built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 73 over SH 82 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 over SH 82 carry?

About 20,622 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is SH 73 over SH 82?

The structure is 200 ft (61 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 78 ft wide.

Who owns SH 73 over SH 82?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.