Spur 557 EB Conn over IH 20
FairKaufman County, Texas · 0.95 MI E of FM 148 · Structure no. 181300009514381
- Built
- 1987
- 38 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 628 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 34,675
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Spur 557 EB Conn over IH 20 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Spur 557 EB Conn over IH 20 in Kaufman County, Texas. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 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 34,675 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 60,953 by 2042. The structure is 628 ft (191.4 m) long and 40 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Spur 557 EB Conn over IH 20 built?
It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.
What condition is Spur 557 EB Conn over IH 20 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does Spur 557 EB Conn over IH 20 carry?
About 34,675 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is Spur 557 EB Conn over IH 20?
The structure is 628 ft (191.4 m) long with a longest span of 132 ft (40.2 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns Spur 557 EB Conn over IH 20?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.