US Bridges

IH 40 EB over FM 2381

Fair

Potter County, Texas · 7.2 MI W of Lp 335W · Structure no. 041880009005065

Built
1972
53 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
180 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
5,919
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 40 EB over FM 2381 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 40 EB over FM 2381 in Potter County, Texas. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 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 5 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 5,919 vehicles a day, roughly 49% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,660 by 2033. The structure is 180 ft (54.9 m) long and 44 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesIH 40 EB
CrossesFM 2381
Location7.2 MI W of Lp 335W
RouteInterstate 40
CountyPotter County
StateTexas
Coordinates35.19121, -102.06391
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

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.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length180 ft (54.9 m)
Longest span80 ft (24.4 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.5 m)
Roadway width41 ft (12.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,919 (2019)
Projected traffic9,660 by 2033
Trucks49%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 40 EB over FM 2381 built?

It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 40 EB over FM 2381 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does IH 40 EB over FM 2381 carry?

About 5,919 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 49% are trucks.

How long is IH 40 EB over FM 2381?

The structure is 180 ft (54.9 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns IH 40 EB over FM 2381?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.