US Bridges

CR 407 (old SH 43) over Turkey CR

FairPosted for load

Rusk County, Texas · 1.40 MI NE of US 79 · Structure no. 102010AA0407003

Built
1921
104 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
34 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
430
2010 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

CR 407 (old SH 43) over Turkey CR is a concrete culvert carrying CR 407 (old SH 43) over Turkey CR in Rusk County, Texas. It was built in 1921, so it is 104 years old, older 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 430 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 250 by 2030. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesCR 407 (old SH 43)
CrossesTurkey CR
Location1.40 MI NE of US 79
RouteCounty Highway 407
CountyRusk County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.11024, -94.83534
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating65 US tons
Inventory rating34.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length34 ft (10.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic430 (2010)
Projected traffic250 by 2030
Trucks7%
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

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was CR 407 (old SH 43) over Turkey CR built?

It was built in 1921, making it 104 years old in 2025.

What condition is CR 407 (old SH 43) over Turkey CR 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does CR 407 (old SH 43) over Turkey CR carry?

About 430 vehicles per day (2010 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is CR 407 (old SH 43) over Turkey CR?

The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns CR 407 (old SH 43) over Turkey CR?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.