US Bridges

IH 27 NB over E Independence DR

Good

Lubbock County, Texas · 1.0 MI N of FM 2641 · Structure no. 051520006707078

Built
1978
47 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
279 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
10,533
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 27 NB over E Independence DR is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 27 NB over E Independence DR in Lubbock County, Texas. It was built in 1978, so it is 47 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 10,533 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,520 by 2033. The structure is 279 ft (85 m) long and 44 ft wide.

CarriesIH 27 NB
CrossesE Independence DR
Location1.0 MI N of FM 2641
RouteInterstate 27
StateTexas
Coordinates33.65767, -101.83648
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

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.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length279 ft (85 m)
Longest span103 ft (31.4 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.5 m)
Roadway width42 ft (12.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,533 (2019)
Projected traffic12,520 by 2033
Trucks17%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesOverpass structure at an interchange
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 27 NB over E Independence DR built?

It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 27 NB over E Independence DR 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does IH 27 NB over E Independence DR carry?

About 10,533 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.

How long is IH 27 NB over E Independence DR?

The structure is 279 ft (85 m) long with a longest span of 103 ft (31.4 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns IH 27 NB over E Independence DR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.