IH 44 NB over Red River
FairWichita County, Texas · Texas & Okla State Line · Structure no. 032430015607066
- Built
- 1978
- 47 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 3,809 ft
- 47 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,630
- 2013 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 44 NB over Red River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 44 NB over Red River in Wichita County, Texas. It was built in 1978, so it is 47 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 5,630 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,880 by 2033. The structure is 3,809 ft (1,161 m) long and 40 ft wide.
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IH 44 NB over Red River built?
It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.
What condition is IH 44 NB over Red River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in June 2024.
How much traffic does IH 44 NB over Red River carry?
About 5,630 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is IH 44 NB over Red River?
The structure is 3,809 ft (1,161 m) long with a longest span of 82 ft (25 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns IH 44 NB over Red River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.