SH 73 WB over SH 347
FairJefferson County, Texas · 1.80 MI NE of US 96 · Structure no. 201240050804204
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 240 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 39,860
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 73 WB over SH 347 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 73 WB over SH 347 in Jefferson County, Texas. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 39,860 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 22,605 by 2038. The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long and 42 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 SH 73 WB over SH 347 built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 73 WB over SH 347 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 over SH 347 carry?
About 39,860 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is SH 73 WB over SH 347?
The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.8 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns SH 73 WB over SH 347?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.