US Bridges

Rockwell RD over IH 27

Good

Randall County, Texas · 5.1 MI S of Lp 335 · Structure no. 041910016809166

Built
2011
14 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
275 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
30,000
2014 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rockwell RD over IH 27 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Rockwell RD over IH 27 in Randall County, Texas. It was built in 2011, so it is 14 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 30,000 vehicles a day, roughly 28% of them trucks, projected to reach 35,000 by 2034. The structure is 275 ft (83.8 m) long and 46 ft wide.

CarriesRockwell RD
CrossesIH 27
Location5.1 MI S of Lp 335
RouteState Highway 0
StateTexas
Coordinates35.04326, -101.91877
Functional classRural Local

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 2024
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

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans4
Design loadHL 93
Structure length275 ft (83.8 m)
Longest span78 ft (23.8 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic30,000 (2014)
Projected traffic35,000 by 2034
Trucks28%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$250.8 million
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Rockwell RD over IH 27 built?

It was built in 2011, making it 14 years old in 2025.

What condition is Rockwell RD over IH 27 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 2024.

How much traffic does Rockwell RD over IH 27 carry?

About 30,000 vehicles per day (2014 count), of which roughly 28% are trucks.

How long is Rockwell RD over IH 27?

The structure is 275 ft (83.8 m) long with a longest span of 78 ft (23.8 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns Rockwell RD over IH 27?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.