FM 1881 over IH 27 and BNSF RR
FairSwisher County, Texas · 2.0 MI S of Randall CO LN · Structure no. 052190006702118
- Built
- 1983
- 42 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 610 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 60
- 2013 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 1881 over IH 27 and BNSF RR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 1881 over IH 27 and BNSF RR in Swisher County, Texas. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 years old, younger 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 60 vehicles a day, roughly 38% of them trucks, projected to reach 80 by 2033. The structure is 610 ft (185.9 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 1881 over IH 27 and BNSF RR built?
It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 1881 over IH 27 and 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does FM 1881 over IH 27 and BNSF RR carry?
About 60 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 38% are trucks.
How long is FM 1881 over IH 27 and BNSF RR?
The structure is 610 ft (185.9 m) long with a longest span of 105 ft (32 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.
Who owns FM 1881 over IH 27 and BNSF RR?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.