US Bridges

US 385 over Canadian River

Good

Oldham County, Texas · 1.5 MI N of FM 1061 · Structure no. 041800022602024

Built
2005
20 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
1,625 ft
12 main spans
Daily traffic
5,415
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 385 over Canadian River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 385 over Canadian River in Oldham County, Texas. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 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 5,415 vehicles a day, roughly 33% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,420 by 2036. The structure is 1,625 ft (495.3 m) long and 60 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 83.3 mi (134 km).

CarriesUS 385
CrossesCanadian River
Location1.5 MI N of FM 1061
RouteU.S. Route 385
StateTexas
Coordinates35.52161, -102.26165
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: 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, precast panels
Main spans12 (+2 approach)
Design loadHL 93
Structure length1,625 ft (495.3 m)
Longest span122 ft (37.2 m)
Deck width60 ft (18.3 m)
Roadway width58 ft (17.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,415 (2020)
Projected traffic5,420 by 2036
Trucks33%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed83.3 mi (134 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo
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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 385 over Canadian River built?

It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 385 over Canadian River 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does US 385 over Canadian River carry?

About 5,415 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 33% are trucks.

How long is US 385 over Canadian River?

The structure is 1,625 ft (495.3 m) long with a longest span of 122 ft (37.2 m) and a deck 60 ft wide.

Who owns US 385 over Canadian River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.