US Bridges

US 96 over BNSF RR

Fair

Shelby County, Texas · 5.00 MI N of SH 87 · Structure no. 112100006306032

Built
1935
90 years old, rebuilt 1992
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
193 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
5,554
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 96 over BNSF RR is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 96 over BNSF RR in Shelby County, Texas. It was built in 1935 and reconstructed in 1992, so it is 90 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.

It carries about 5,554 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,887 by 2040. The structure is 193 ft (58.8 m) long and 74 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 96
CrossesBNSF RR
Location5.00 MI N of SH 87
RouteU.S. Route 96
CountyShelby County
StateTexas
Coordinates31.87961, -94.21196
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionApril 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 geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating45 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1 (+5 approach)
Design loadH 15
Structure length193 ft (58.8 m)
Longest span50 ft (15.2 m)
Deck width74 ft (22.6 m)
Roadway width71 ft (21.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,554 (2020)
Projected traffic6,887 by 2040
Trucks20%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed14.9 mi (24 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 96 over BNSF RR built?

It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1992.

What condition is US 96 over BNSF RR 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does US 96 over BNSF RR carry?

About 5,554 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.

How long is US 96 over BNSF RR?

The structure is 193 ft (58.8 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 74 ft wide.

Who owns US 96 over BNSF RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.