US Bridges

SH 73 WB over East Cross-Over

Good

Jefferson County, Texas · 1.3 MI E of SH 347 · Structure no. 201240050804230

Built
1969
56 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
190 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
21,274
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 73 WB over East Cross-Over is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 73 WB over East Cross-Over in Jefferson County, Texas. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 years old, older 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 21,274 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,683 by 2038. The structure is 190 ft (57.9 m) long and 50 ft wide.

CarriesSH 73 WB
CrossesEast Cross-Over
Location1.3 MI E of SH 347
RouteState Highway 73
StateTexas
Coordinates29.94081, -93.91286
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating52 US tons
Inventory rating31 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length190 ft (57.9 m)
Longest span55 ft (16.8 m)
Deck width50 ft (15.3 m)
Roadway width49 ft (14.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic21,274 (2022)
Projected traffic14,683 by 2038
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 WB over East Cross-Over built?

It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 73 WB over East Cross-Over 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does SH 73 WB over East Cross-Over carry?

About 21,274 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is SH 73 WB over East Cross-Over?

The structure is 190 ft (57.9 m) long with a longest span of 55 ft (16.8 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.

Who owns SH 73 WB over East Cross-Over?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.