US Bridges

Lindberg Drive over Mp&sp RR

FairPosted for load

Jefferson County, Texas · 0.2 MI N of US 90 Int · Structure no. 201240B00712001

Built
1965
60 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
698 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
7,850
2015 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Lindberg Drive over Mp&sp RR is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Lindberg Drive over Mp&sp RR in Jefferson County, Texas. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 7,850 vehicles a day, projected to reach 7,850 by 2035. The structure is 698 ft (212.8 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesLindberg Drive
CrossesMp&sp RR
Location0.2 MI N of US 90 Int
RouteCity Street 0
CountyJefferson County
StateTexas
Coordinates30.07245, -94.15551
Functional classUrban Collector

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.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3 (+8 approach)
Design loadUnknown
Structure length698 ft (212.8 m)
Longest span98 ft (29.9 m)
Deck width33 ft (10.2 m)
Roadway width26 ft (8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,850 (2015)
Projected traffic7,850 by 2035
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and railroad
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$45,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Lindberg Drive over Mp&sp RR built?

It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.

What condition is Lindberg Drive over Mp&sp RR 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 2023.

How much traffic does Lindberg Drive over Mp&sp RR carry?

About 7,850 vehicles per day (2015 count).

How long is Lindberg Drive over Mp&sp RR?

The structure is 698 ft (212.8 m) long with a longest span of 98 ft (29.9 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.

Who owns Lindberg Drive over Mp&sp RR?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.