US Bridges

IH 40 EB over FM 1912

Fair

Potter County, Texas · 2.5 MI E of US 287 · Structure no. 041880027501083

Built
1968
57 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
142 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
11,175
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 40 EB over FM 1912 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 40 EB over FM 1912 in Potter County, Texas. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 11,175 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,620 by 2033. The structure is 142 ft (43.3 m) long and 42 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesIH 40 EB
CrossesFM 1912
Location2.5 MI E of US 287
RouteInterstate 40
CountyPotter County
StateTexas
Coordinates35.20685, -101.65361
Functional classUrban 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 inspectionAugust 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 geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating68 US tons
Inventory rating33 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length142 ft (43.3 m)
Longest span62 ft (18.9 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.9 m)
Roadway width39 ft (11.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11,175 (2019)
Projected traffic13,620 by 2033
Trucks15%
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$189,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 40 EB over FM 1912 built?

It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 40 EB over FM 1912 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 FM 1912 carry?

About 11,175 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is IH 40 EB over FM 1912?

The structure is 142 ft (43.3 m) long with a longest span of 62 ft (18.9 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns IH 40 EB over FM 1912?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.