US Bridges

Grand ST over BNSF RR & NE 3rd Ave

Fair

Potter County, Texas · 1.3 MI N of IH 40 · Structure no. 041880800604001

Built
1981
44 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
1,445 ft
15 main spans
Daily traffic
14,966
2015 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Grand ST over BNSF RR & NE 3rd Ave is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Grand ST over BNSF RR & NE 3rd Ave in Potter County, Texas. It was built in 1981, so it is 44 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 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 14,966 vehicles a day, projected to reach 10,450 by 2027. The structure is 1,445 ft (440.4 m) long and 54 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesGrand ST
CrossesBNSF RR & NE 3rd Ave
Location1.3 MI N of IH 40
RouteCity Street 0
CountyPotter County
StateTexas
Coordinates35.21653, -101.79541
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
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 geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans15
Design loadHS 20
Structure length1,445 ft (440.4 m)
Longest span110 ft (33.5 m)
Deck width54 ft (16.5 m)
Roadway width52 ft (15.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,966 (2015)
Projected traffic10,450 by 2027
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and railroad
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$188,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Grand ST over BNSF RR & NE 3rd Ave built?

It was built in 1981, making it 44 years old in 2025.

What condition is Grand ST over BNSF RR & NE 3rd Ave 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does Grand ST over BNSF RR & NE 3rd Ave carry?

About 14,966 vehicles per day (2015 count).

How long is Grand ST over BNSF RR & NE 3rd Ave?

The structure is 1,445 ft (440.4 m) long with a longest span of 110 ft (33.5 m) and a deck 54 ft wide.

Who owns Grand ST over BNSF RR & NE 3rd Ave?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.