IH 40 over IH 27
GoodPotter County, Texas · 2.0 MI S of IH 40 Bus · Structure no. 041880016810156
- Built
- 2001
- 24 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 1,501 ft
- 12 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 58,760
- 2012 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 40 over IH 27 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 40 over IH 27 in Potter County, Texas. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 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 58,760 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 82,260 by 2032. The structure is 1,501 ft (457.5 m) long and 116 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IH 40 over IH 27 built?
It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.
What condition is IH 40 over IH 27 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does IH 40 over IH 27 carry?
About 58,760 vehicles per day (2012 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.
How long is IH 40 over IH 27?
The structure is 1,501 ft (457.5 m) long with a longest span of 125 ft (38.1 m) and a deck 116 ft wide.
Who owns IH 40 over IH 27?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.