US 175 WB over SH 198
FairKaufman County, Texas · At Int US 175 & SH 198 · Structure no. 181300019705244
- Built
- 1997
- 28 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 280 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,057
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 175 WB over SH 198 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 175 WB over SH 198 in Kaufman County, Texas. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 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 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 4,057 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,311 by 2042. The structure is 280 ft (85.3 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 175 WB over SH 198 built?
It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 175 WB over SH 198 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 SH 198 carry?
About 4,057 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is US 175 WB over SH 198?
The structure is 280 ft (85.3 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns US 175 WB over SH 198?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.