US 82 WB over Barrel Springs Creek
FairMontague County, Texas · 1.7 MI E of FM 1861 · Structure no. 031690004404027
- Built
- 1934
- 91 years old, rebuilt 1961
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 114 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,623
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 82 WB over Barrel Springs Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying US 82 WB over Barrel Springs Creek in Montague County, Texas. It was built in 1934 and reconstructed in 1961, so it is 91 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 2,623 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,750 by 2033. The structure is 114 ft (34.7 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.8 mi (27 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 82 WB over Barrel Springs Creek built?
It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1961.
What condition is US 82 WB over Barrel Springs Creek 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does US 82 WB over Barrel Springs Creek carry?
About 2,623 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.
How long is US 82 WB over Barrel Springs Creek?
The structure is 114 ft (34.7 m) long with a longest span of 29 ft (8.8 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns US 82 WB over Barrel Springs Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.