US Bridges

FM 890(AIRPORT Rd) over Spur 325

Fair

Wichita County, Texas · 1.0 MI S of SH 240 · Structure no. 032430068501005

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete Continuous
Length
190 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,629
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 890(AIRPORT Rd) over Spur 325 is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying FM 890(AIRPORT Rd) over Spur 325 in Wichita County, Texas. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 2,629 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,260 by 2033. The structure is 190 ft (57.9 m) long and 40 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesFM 890(AIRPORT Rd)
CrossesSpur 325
Location1.0 MI S of SH 240
RouteState Highway 890
CountyWichita County
StateTexas
Coordinates33.94977, -98.51738
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating52 US tons
Inventory rating32 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2 (+2 approach)
Design loadH 20
Structure length190 ft (57.9 m)
Longest span58 ft (17.7 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.2 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,629 (2023)
Projected traffic6,260 by 2033
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$14,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 890(AIRPORT Rd) over Spur 325 built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 890(AIRPORT Rd) over Spur 325 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 FM 890(AIRPORT Rd) over Spur 325 carry?

About 2,629 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FM 890(AIRPORT Rd) over Spur 325?

The structure is 190 ft (57.9 m) long with a longest span of 58 ft (17.7 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns FM 890(AIRPORT Rd) over Spur 325?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.