US Bridges

IH 40 over Tyler & Harrison

Fair

Potter County, Texas · 0.2 MI W of IH 27 · Structure no. 041880027501102

Built
2002
23 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
634 ft
9 main spans
Daily traffic
63,160
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 40 over Tyler & Harrison is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 40 over Tyler & Harrison in Potter County, Texas. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 years old, younger 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 63,160 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 126,650 by 2033. The structure is 634 ft (193.2 m) long and 158 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesIH 40
CrossesTyler & Harrison
Location0.2 MI W of IH 27
RouteInterstate 40
CountyPotter County
StateTexas
Coordinates35.19364, -101.84177
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to 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

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans9 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length634 ft (193.2 m)
Longest span64 ft (19.5 m)
Deck width158 ft (48.2 m)
Roadway width156 ft (47.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic63,160 (2020)
Projected traffic126,650 by 2033
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure9
Traffic directionTwo-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 statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 40 over Tyler & Harrison built?

It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 40 over Tyler & Harrison 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 over Tyler & Harrison carry?

About 63,160 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is IH 40 over Tyler & Harrison?

The structure is 634 ft (193.2 m) long with a longest span of 64 ft (19.5 m) and a deck 158 ft wide.

Who owns IH 40 over Tyler & Harrison?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.