US Bridges

FM 429 / FM 2728 over IH 20

Fair

Kaufman County, Texas · 4.87 MI E of SH 34 · Structure no. 181300049501190

Built
1965
60 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
412 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
3,094
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 429 / FM 2728 over IH 20 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 429 / FM 2728 over IH 20 in Kaufman County, Texas. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 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 3,094 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,996 by 2042. The structure is 412 ft (125.6 m) long and 31 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesFM 429 / FM 2728
CrossesIH 20
Location4.87 MI E of SH 34
RouteState Highway 429
CountyKaufman County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.68113, -96.1953
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating53 US tons
Inventory rating32 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2 (+2 approach)
Design loadH 20
Structure length412 ft (125.6 m)
Longest span120 ft (36.6 m)
Deck width31 ft (9.5 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,094 (2023)
Projected traffic3,996 by 2042
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 429 / FM 2728 over IH 20 built?

It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 429 / FM 2728 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does FM 429 / FM 2728 over IH 20 carry?

About 3,094 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is FM 429 / FM 2728 over IH 20?

The structure is 412 ft (125.6 m) long with a longest span of 120 ft (36.6 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.

Who owns FM 429 / FM 2728 over IH 20?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.