Texas has beautiful historic bridges across this state, from metal truss bridges on county roads, to stone masonry bridges built by the Works Progress Administration and more.  These structures tell the story of transportation across the state and are cherished by the communities they serve.

• Find historic bridges in your area
• Learn more about adopting an old bridge

Are you a metal truss bridge owner? Read more here.

Metal Truss Bridges

These iconic bridges are increasingly old and rare in Texas, though hundreds are now in parks, hike-and-bike trails or bypassed along the side of the road.

• Brief History of Truss Bridges in Texas
• Types of Trusses
• Visual Glossary of Truss Bridge Terminology

Leading Bridge Innovation and Design after World War II

This interactive map shows more than 100 of these bridges are eligible for listing in the National Register of Historic Places for their historic and engineering significance.

Giving Old Bridges New Life

When historic bridges start aging, some can be rehabilitated for continued use, while others find new life in a park or as pedestrian bridges. Read successful stories below.

• Watch this video of the Restoration of Beveridge Bridge, San Saba County
• Moving the Labatt Bridge to the Historic El Camino Real Hike and Bike Trail
• Restoration and Adoption of the Worley Bridge, Milam County
• Take a Virtual Tour of Truss Bridges in Denton County

More Information

Interested in learning more? Want to research bridge history yourself? Visit these sites:

• TxDOT’s Historic Bridge Research and Documentation Guide (how to research the history of a bridge)
• Historic Bridge Foundation (a national non-profit partnered with TxDOT)
• Texas Historical Commission (our main state agency partner in historic bridges)