Bell ST over IH 40
GoodPotter County, Texas · 1.05 MI W of Western Ave. · Structure no. 041880027501177
- Built
- 2018
- 7 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 240 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 51,714
- 2015 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Bell ST over IH 40 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Bell ST over IH 40 in Potter County, Texas. It was built in 2018, so it is 7 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 51,714 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 65,700 by 2035. The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long and 100 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Bell ST over IH 40 built?
It was built in 2018, making it 7 years old in 2025.
What condition is Bell ST over IH 40 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does Bell ST over IH 40 carry?
About 51,714 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Bell ST over IH 40?
The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 100 ft wide.
Who owns Bell ST over IH 40?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.