US Bridges

IH 44 SB Ent Ramp over 7th & 8th Streets

Good

Wichita County, Texas · 1.4 MI S of Bu 287J/LP370 · Structure no. 032430004309198

Built
2001
24 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
772 ft
7 main spans
Daily traffic
18,528
2010 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 44 SB Ent Ramp over 7th & 8th Streets is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 44 SB Ent Ramp over 7th & 8th Streets in Wichita County, Texas. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 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 18,528 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,500 by 2030. The structure is 772 ft (235.3 m) long and 28 ft wide.

CarriesIH 44 SB Ent Ramp
Crosses7th & 8th Streets
Location1.4 MI S of Bu 287J/LP370
RouteState Highway 44
StateTexas
Coordinates33.90655, -98.50086
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

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 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans7
Design loadHS 20
Structure length772 ft (235.3 m)
Longest span118 ft (36 m)
Deck width28 ft (8.4 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic18,528 (2010)
Projected traffic5,500 by 2030
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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 IH 44 SB Ent Ramp over 7th & 8th Streets built?

It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 44 SB Ent Ramp over 7th & 8th Streets 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 2024.

How much traffic does IH 44 SB Ent Ramp over 7th & 8th Streets carry?

About 18,528 vehicles per day (2010 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is IH 44 SB Ent Ramp over 7th & 8th Streets?

The structure is 772 ft (235.3 m) long with a longest span of 118 ft (36 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns IH 44 SB Ent Ramp over 7th & 8th Streets?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.