IH 44 SB over Bacon Switch RD
GoodWichita County, Texas · 1.05 MI N of FM 3492 · Structure no. 032430015607028
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2022
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 172 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 11,208
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 44 SB over Bacon Switch RD is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 44 SB over Bacon Switch RD in Wichita County, Texas. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 11,208 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,310 by 2033. The structure is 172 ft (52.4 m) long and 41 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. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IH 44 SB over Bacon Switch RD built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is IH 44 SB over Bacon Switch RD 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 2022.
How much traffic does IH 44 SB over Bacon Switch RD carry?
About 11,208 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is IH 44 SB over Bacon Switch RD?
The structure is 172 ft (52.4 m) long with a longest span of 45 ft (13.7 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.
Who owns IH 44 SB over Bacon Switch RD?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.