US Bridges

Samuels Rd/Cr 240 over Little High Point Crk

Good

Kaufman County, Texas · 0.90 MI NW of FM 1392 · Structure no. 181300AA0130002

Built
2020
5 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
50 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
52
2011 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Samuels Rd/Cr 240 over Little High Point Crk is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Samuels Rd/Cr 240 over Little High Point Crk in Kaufman County, Texas. It was built in 2020, so it is 5 years old, younger 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 52 vehicles a day, projected to reach 52 by 2031. The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long and 20 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesSamuels Rd/Cr 240
CrossesLittle High Point Crk
Location0.90 MI NW of FM 1392
RouteCounty Highway 240
StateTexas
Coordinates32.78077, -96.35779
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating65 US tons
Inventory rating39 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length50 ft (15.2 m)
Longest span49 ft (14.9 m)
Deck width20 ft (6.1 m)
Roadway width20 ft (6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic52 (2011)
Projected traffic52 by 2031
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Samuels Rd/Cr 240 over Little High Point Crk built?

It was built in 2020, making it 5 years old in 2025.

What condition is Samuels Rd/Cr 240 over Little High Point Crk 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does Samuels Rd/Cr 240 over Little High Point Crk carry?

About 52 vehicles per day (2011 count).

How long is Samuels Rd/Cr 240 over Little High Point Crk?

The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long with a longest span of 49 ft (14.9 m) and a deck 20 ft wide.

Who owns Samuels Rd/Cr 240 over Little High Point Crk?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.