US Bridges

SH 31 EB over Abandoned RR Spur

Good

Navarro County, Texas · 18.8 MI E of IH45 · Structure no. 181750016302039

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
219 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,662
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 31 EB over Abandoned RR Spur is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 31 EB over Abandoned RR Spur in Navarro 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 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 3,662 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,910 by 2033. The structure is 219 ft (66.8 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesSH 31 EB
CrossesAbandoned RR Spur
Location18.8 MI E of IH45
RouteState Highway 31
StateTexas
Coordinates32.14763, -96.12921
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75 US tons
Inventory rating28 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length219 ft (66.8 m)
Longest span73 ft (22.3 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.3 m)
Roadway width42 ft (12.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,662 (2023)
Projected traffic4,910 by 2033
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
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 SH 31 EB over Abandoned RR Spur built?

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

What condition is SH 31 EB over Abandoned RR Spur 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does SH 31 EB over Abandoned RR Spur carry?

About 3,662 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is SH 31 EB over Abandoned RR Spur?

The structure is 219 ft (66.8 m) long with a longest span of 73 ft (22.3 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns SH 31 EB over Abandoned RR Spur?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.