IH 40 EB over Nelson ST
FairPotter County, Texas · 1.7 MI E of IH 27 · Structure no. 041880027501011
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old, rebuilt 1987
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 186 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 23,498
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 40 EB over Nelson ST is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 40 EB over Nelson ST in Potter County, Texas. It was built in 1964 and reconstructed in 1987, so it is 61 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 6 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 23,498 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 52,330 by 2033. The structure is 186 ft (56.7 m) long and 59 ft wide.
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IH 40 EB over Nelson ST built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1987.
What condition is IH 40 EB over Nelson ST 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does IH 40 EB over Nelson ST carry?
About 23,498 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is IH 40 EB over Nelson ST?
The structure is 186 ft (56.7 m) long with a longest span of 62 ft (18.9 m) and a deck 59 ft wide.
Who owns IH 40 EB over Nelson ST?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.