US Bridges

FM 3039 over E Fork Trinity River

Good

Kaufman County, Texas · 2.6 MI SW of FM 148 · Structure no. 181300308901003

Built
1974
51 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
360 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,991
2014 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 3039 over E Fork Trinity River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 3039 over E Fork Trinity River in Kaufman County, Texas. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 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 1,991 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,717 by 2042. The structure is 360 ft (109.7 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesFM 3039
CrossesE Fork Trinity River
Location2.6 MI SW of FM 148
RouteState Highway 3039
StateTexas
Coordinates32.59901, -96.48508
Functional classRural Major Collector

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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum 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 spans3 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length360 ft (109.7 m)
Longest span80 ft (24.4 m)
Deck width36 ft (11 m)
Roadway width34 ft (10.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,991 (2014)
Projected traffic7,717 by 2042
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 3039 over E Fork Trinity River built?

It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 3039 over E Fork Trinity River 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 FM 3039 over E Fork Trinity River carry?

About 1,991 vehicles per day (2014 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is FM 3039 over E Fork Trinity River?

The structure is 360 ft (109.7 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.

Who owns FM 3039 over E Fork Trinity River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.