SH 240 over Wichita River
GoodWichita County, Texas · 0.5 MI S of FM 171 · Structure no. 032430015603023
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old, rebuilt 1998
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 255 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,307
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 240 over Wichita River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 240 over Wichita River in Wichita County, Texas. It was built in 1958 and reconstructed in 1998, so it is 67 years old, older 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 6,307 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,600 by 2033. The structure is 255 ft (77.7 m) long and 65 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 240 over Wichita River built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1998.
What condition is SH 240 over Wichita River 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does SH 240 over Wichita River carry?
About 6,307 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.
How long is SH 240 over Wichita River?
The structure is 255 ft (77.7 m) long with a longest span of 95 ft (29 m) and a deck 65 ft wide.
Who owns SH 240 over Wichita River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.