US Bridges

US 385 over BNSF RR

Good

Oldham County, Texas · 0.8 MI N of FM 1061 · Structure no. 041800022603023

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

About this bridge

US 385 over BNSF RR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 385 over BNSF RR 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 32% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,180 by 2034. The structure is 180 ft (54.9 m) long and 60 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 385
CrossesBNSF RR
Location0.8 MI N of FM 1061
RouteU.S. Route 385
StateTexas
Coordinates35.51424, -102.25958
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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1 (+2 approach)
Design loadHL 93
Structure length180 ft (54.9 m)
Longest span80 ft (24.4 m)
Deck width60 ft (18.3 m)
Roadway width57 ft (17.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,415 (2020)
Projected traffic6,180 by 2034
Trucks32%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 385 over BNSF RR built?

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

What condition is US 385 over BNSF RR 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 BNSF RR carry?

About 5,415 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 32% are trucks.

How long is US 385 over BNSF RR?

The structure is 180 ft (54.9 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 60 ft wide.

Who owns US 385 over BNSF RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.