US Bridges

Sl 250 SB over Wadley Ave

Good

Midland County, Texas · 4.55 MI N of IH 20 · Structure no. 061650118802019

Built
1997
28 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
255 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
33,233
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Sl 250 SB over Wadley Ave is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Sl 250 SB over Wadley Ave in Midland 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 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 33,233 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 46,526 by 2042. The structure is 255 ft (77.7 m) long and 40 ft wide.

CarriesSl 250 SB
CrossesWadley Ave
Location4.55 MI N of IH 20
RouteState Highway 250
StateTexas
Coordinates32.01191, -102.15854
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans2 (+1 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length255 ft (77.7 m)
Longest span105 ft (32 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.3 m)
Roadway width37 ft (11.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic33,233 (2022)
Projected traffic46,526 by 2042
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 Sl 250 SB over Wadley Ave built?

It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.

What condition is Sl 250 SB over Wadley Ave 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does Sl 250 SB over Wadley Ave carry?

About 33,233 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Sl 250 SB over Wadley Ave?

The structure is 255 ft (77.7 m) long with a longest span of 105 ft (32 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns Sl 250 SB over Wadley Ave?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.