US Bridges

SH 132 over N Prong Atascosa River

Fair

Atascosa County, Texas · 0.10 MI SW of Bexar C/L · Structure no. 150070001713054

Built
1937
88 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
39 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
5,901
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 132 over N Prong Atascosa River is a concrete culvert carrying SH 132 over N Prong Atascosa River in Atascosa County, Texas. It was built in 1937, so it is 88 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 5,901 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,500 by 2033. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long and 51 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesSH 132
CrossesN Prong Atascosa River
Location0.10 MI SW of Bexar C/L
RouteState Highway 132
StateTexas
Coordinates29.24041, -98.7788
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadH 15
Structure length39 ft (11.9 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width51 ft (15.4 m)
Roadway width49 ft (14.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,901 (2020)
Projected traffic6,500 by 2033
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SH 132 over N Prong Atascosa River built?

It was built in 1937, making it 88 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 132 over N Prong Atascosa 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does SH 132 over N Prong Atascosa River carry?

About 5,901 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is SH 132 over N Prong Atascosa River?

The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m) and a deck 51 ft wide.

Who owns SH 132 over N Prong Atascosa River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.