US Bridges

US 175 WB over E Fk Trinity River

Fair

Kaufman County, Texas · 1.2 MI E of FM 1389 · Structure no. 181300019703191

Built
1975
50 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
2,200 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
23,262
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 175 WB over E Fk Trinity River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 175 WB over E Fk Trinity River in Kaufman County, Texas. It was built in 1975, so it is 50 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 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 23,262 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 28,940 by 2042. The structure is 2,200 ft (670.6 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 175 WB
CrossesE Fk Trinity River
Location1.2 MI E of FM 1389
RouteU.S. Route 175
StateTexas
Coordinates32.63855, -96.48506
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMarch 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
Deck geometry8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1 (+42 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length2,200 ft (670.6 m)
Longest span100 ft (30.5 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.5 m)
Roadway width42 ft (12.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic23,262 (2023)
Projected traffic28,940 by 2042
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 175 WB over E Fk Trinity River built?

It was built in 1975, making it 50 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 175 WB over E Fk Trinity River 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 US 175 WB over E Fk Trinity River carry?

About 23,262 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is US 175 WB over E Fk Trinity River?

The structure is 2,200 ft (670.6 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns US 175 WB over E Fk Trinity River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.