SH 347 NB over Spur 136 & KCS Railroad
FairJefferson County, Texas · 1.3 Miles NW of SH 73 · Structure no. 201240066701012
- Built
- 1983
- 42 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 495 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,041
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 347 NB over Spur 136 & KCS Railroad is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 347 NB over Spur 136 & KCS Railroad in Jefferson County, Texas. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 years old, younger 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 9,041 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,220 by 2033. The structure is 495 ft (150.9 m) long and 52 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 347 NB over Spur 136 & KCS Railroad built?
It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 347 NB over Spur 136 & KCS Railroad 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 347 NB over Spur 136 & KCS Railroad carry?
About 9,041 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is SH 347 NB over Spur 136 & KCS Railroad?
The structure is 495 ft (150.9 m) long with a longest span of 95 ft (29 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.
Who owns SH 347 NB over Spur 136 & KCS Railroad?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.