US Bridges

US 80 EB Frtg RD over Mustang Crk Trib

Fair

Kaufman County, Texas · 1.30 MI SE of FM 740 · Structure no. 181300009503092

Built
1957
68 years old, rebuilt 2011
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
46 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
68,563
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 80 EB Frtg RD over Mustang Crk Trib is a concrete culvert carrying US 80 EB Frtg RD over Mustang Crk Trib in Kaufman County, Texas. It was built in 1957 and reconstructed in 2011, so it is 68 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 68,563 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,460 by 2033. The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 80 EB Frtg RD
CrossesMustang Crk Trib
Location1.30 MI SE of FM 740
RouteU.S. Route 80
StateTexas
Coordinates32.74316, -96.45058
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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadOther
Structure length46 ft (14 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic68,563 (2023)
Projected traffic4,460 by 2033
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$3,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 80 EB Frtg RD over Mustang Crk Trib built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2011.

What condition is US 80 EB Frtg RD over Mustang Crk Trib 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does US 80 EB Frtg RD over Mustang Crk Trib carry?

About 68,563 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is US 80 EB Frtg RD over Mustang Crk Trib?

The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US 80 EB Frtg RD over Mustang Crk Trib?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.