US Bridges

Lp 250 NB SH 158WB over Bi 20 FM 662 and UP RR

Fair

Midland County, Texas · 5.2 MI E of FM 1788 · Structure no. 061650118802231

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
510 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
14,535
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Lp 250 NB SH 158WB over Bi 20 FM 662 and UP RR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Lp 250 NB SH 158WB over Bi 20 FM 662 and UP RR in Midland County, Texas. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 14,535 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,349 by 2042. The structure is 510 ft (155.4 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesLp 250 NB SH 158WB
CrossesBi 20 FM 662 and UP RR
Location5.2 MI E of FM 1788
RouteState Highway 158
StateTexas
Coordinates31.96059, -102.14141
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

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 inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: 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 spans5 (+3 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length510 ft (155.4 m)
Longest span82 ft (25 m)
Deck width41 ft (12.5 m)
Roadway width39 ft (11.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,535 (2022)
Projected traffic20,349 by 2042
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and railroad
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 Lp 250 NB SH 158WB over Bi 20 FM 662 and UP RR built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.

What condition is Lp 250 NB SH 158WB over Bi 20 FM 662 and UP RR 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does Lp 250 NB SH 158WB over Bi 20 FM 662 and UP RR carry?

About 14,535 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Lp 250 NB SH 158WB over Bi 20 FM 662 and UP RR?

The structure is 510 ft (155.4 m) long with a longest span of 82 ft (25 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.

Who owns Lp 250 NB SH 158WB over Bi 20 FM 662 and UP RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.