US Bridges

IH 44 NB over SP 325 SB Conn H

Good

Wichita County, Texas · 1.22 MI N of Bus 287 · Structure no. 032430015607039

Built
1964
61 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
227 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
22,832
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 44 NB over SP 325 SB Conn H is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 44 NB over SP 325 SB Conn H 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 22,832 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,030 by 2033. The structure is 227 ft (69.2 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesIH 44 NB
CrossesSP 325 SB Conn H
Location1.22 MI N of Bus 287
RouteInterstate 44
StateTexas
Coordinates33.94372, -98.52152
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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 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 rating75 US tons
Inventory rating37 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length227 ft (69.2 m)
Longest span75 ft (22.9 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.3 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic22,832 (2020)
Projected traffic17,030 by 2033
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 44 NB over SP 325 SB Conn H built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 44 NB over SP 325 SB Conn H 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 June 2022.

How much traffic does IH 44 NB over SP 325 SB Conn H carry?

About 22,832 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is IH 44 NB over SP 325 SB Conn H?

The structure is 227 ft (69.2 m) long with a longest span of 75 ft (22.9 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns IH 44 NB over SP 325 SB Conn H?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.