US Bridges

FM 1541 over P.D.T. Fork of Red River

Good

Randall County, Texas · 3.4 MI N of SH 214 · Structure no. 041910148002071

Built
2012
13 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
220 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
3,896
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1541 over P.D.T. Fork of Red River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 1541 over P.D.T. Fork of Red River in Randall County, Texas. It was built in 2012, so it is 13 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 3,896 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,400 by 2031. The structure is 220 ft (67.1 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesFM 1541
CrossesP.D.T. Fork of Red River
Location3.4 MI N of SH 214
RouteState Highway 1541
StateTexas
Coordinates35.03207, -101.84787
Functional classRural Major Collector

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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1 (+2 approach)
Design loadHL 93
Structure length220 ft (67.1 m)
Longest span100 ft (30.5 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width43 ft (13.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,896 (2018)
Projected traffic5,400 by 2031
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 km)
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 1541 over P.D.T. Fork of Red River built?

It was built in 2012, making it 13 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 1541 over P.D.T. Fork of Red River 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does FM 1541 over P.D.T. Fork of Red River carry?

About 3,896 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is FM 1541 over P.D.T. Fork of Red River?

The structure is 220 ft (67.1 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns FM 1541 over P.D.T. Fork of Red River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.