US 80 WB over East Fork Trinity River
PoorKaufman County, Texas · 0.85 MI W of FM 460 · Structure no. 181300009503011
- Built
- 1930
- 95 years old, rebuilt 1978
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 1,400 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 33,856
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 80 WB over East Fork Trinity River is a concrete tee beam carrying US 80 WB over East Fork Trinity River in Kaufman County, Texas. It was built in 1930 and reconstructed in 1978, so it is 95 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 33,856 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 118,075 by 2042. The structure is 1,400 ft (426.7 m) long and 45 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 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 80 WB over East Fork Trinity River built?
It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1978.
What condition is US 80 WB over East Fork Trinity River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in February 2024.
How much traffic does US 80 WB over East Fork Trinity River carry?
About 33,856 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is US 80 WB over East Fork Trinity River?
The structure is 1,400 ft (426.7 m) long with a longest span of 42 ft (12.8 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.
Who owns US 80 WB over East Fork Trinity River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.