US Bridges

US 175 WB over E Fk Trinity Ri Rel #2

Good

Kaufman County, Texas · 1.8 MI E of FM 1389 · Structure no. 181300019703192

Built
1975
50 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
400 ft
8 main spans
Daily traffic
23,262
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 175 WB over E Fk Trinity Ri Rel #2 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 175 WB over E Fk Trinity Ri Rel #2 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 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 23,262 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 57,880 by 2042. The structure is 400 ft (121.9 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 Ri Rel #2
Location1.8 MI E of FM 1389
RouteU.S. Route 175
StateTexas
Coordinates32.63738, -96.47841
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
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 spans8
Design loadHS 20
Structure length400 ft (121.9 m)
Longest span50 ft (15.2 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 traffic57,880 by 2042
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
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 Ri Rel #2 built?

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

What condition is US 175 WB over E Fk Trinity Ri Rel #2 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does US 175 WB over E Fk Trinity Ri Rel #2 carry?

About 23,262 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is US 175 WB over E Fk Trinity Ri Rel #2?

The structure is 400 ft (121.9 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns US 175 WB over E Fk Trinity Ri Rel #2?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.