FM 740 over US 80
GoodKaufman County, Texas · 1.55 MI SE of FM 460 · Structure no. 181300009503192
- Built
- 1995
- 30 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 320 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 22,216
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 740 over US 80 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 740 over US 80 in Kaufman County, Texas. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 years old, younger 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 22,216 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 37,165 by 2042. The structure is 320 ft (97.5 m) long and 65 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 740 over US 80 built?
It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 740 over US 80 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does FM 740 over US 80 carry?
About 22,216 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is FM 740 over US 80?
The structure is 320 ft (97.5 m) long with a longest span of 85 ft (25.9 m) and a deck 65 ft wide.
Who owns FM 740 over US 80?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.