US Bridges

US 180 EB over BNSF RR

Good

Scurry County, Texas · 0.35 MI W of US 84 · Structure no. 082080029601053

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
210 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,128
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 180 EB over BNSF RR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 180 EB over BNSF RR in Scurry County, Texas. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 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 5,128 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,920 by 2033. The structure is 210 ft (64 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

Open in Google Maps
CarriesUS 180 EB
CrossesBNSF RR
Location0.35 MI W of US 84
RouteU.S. Route 180
CountyScurry County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.70339, -100.8738
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 inspectionMay 2023
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

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length210 ft (64 m)
Longest span70 ft (21.3 m)
Deck width35 ft (10.7 m)
Roadway width33 ft (10.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,128 (2020)
Projected traffic6,920 by 2033
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 180 EB over BNSF RR built?

It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 180 EB over BNSF RR 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does US 180 EB over BNSF RR carry?

About 5,128 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is US 180 EB over BNSF RR?

The structure is 210 ft (64 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.

Who owns US 180 EB over BNSF RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.