US Bridges

IH 40 EB On-Ramp over IH 40 EB Off-Ramp

Good

Potter County, Texas · 1.8 MI W of IH 27 · Structure no. 041880027501159

Built
1998
27 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
249 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
8,770
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 40 EB On-Ramp over IH 40 EB Off-Ramp is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 40 EB On-Ramp over IH 40 EB Off-Ramp in Potter County, Texas. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 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 8,770 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,280 by 2033. The structure is 249 ft (75.9 m) long and 24 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesIH 40 EB On-Ramp
CrossesIH 40 EB Off-Ramp
Location1.8 MI W of IH 27
RouteState Highway 40
CountyPotter County
StateTexas
Coordinates35.19468, -101.86864
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
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 spans3 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length249 ft (75.9 m)
Longest span59 ft (18 m)
Deck width24 ft (7.4 m)
Roadway width22 ft (6.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,770 (2013)
Projected traffic12,280 by 2033
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo
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 EB On-Ramp over IH 40 EB Off-Ramp built?

It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 40 EB On-Ramp over IH 40 EB Off-Ramp 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 EB On-Ramp over IH 40 EB Off-Ramp carry?

About 8,770 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is IH 40 EB On-Ramp over IH 40 EB Off-Ramp?

The structure is 249 ft (75.9 m) long with a longest span of 59 ft (18 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.

Who owns IH 40 EB On-Ramp over IH 40 EB Off-Ramp?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.