US Bridges

US 271 Nbfr over Wetlands 2

Good

Titus County, Texas · 0.60 MI S of IH 30 · Structure no. 192250024809058

Built
2014
11 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
285 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,167
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 271 Nbfr over Wetlands 2 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 271 Nbfr over Wetlands 2 in Titus County, Texas. It was built in 2014, so it is 11 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 5,167 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,313 by 2034. The structure is 285 ft (86.9 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 271 Nbfr
CrossesWetlands 2
Location0.60 MI S of IH 30
RouteU.S. Route 271
StateTexas
Coordinates33.16195, -94.99687
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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 inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length285 ft (86.9 m)
Longest span95 ft (29 m)
Deck width38 ft (11.5 m)
Roadway width36 ft (10.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,167 (2023)
Projected traffic10,313 by 2034
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 US 271 Nbfr over Wetlands 2 built?

It was built in 2014, making it 11 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 271 Nbfr over Wetlands 2 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does US 271 Nbfr over Wetlands 2 carry?

About 5,167 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is US 271 Nbfr over Wetlands 2?

The structure is 285 ft (86.9 m) long with a longest span of 95 ft (29 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.

Who owns US 271 Nbfr over Wetlands 2?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.