US Bridges

IH 37 over Dry Br of Atascosa River

Good

Atascosa County, Texas · 4.10 MI SE of FM 541 · Structure no. 150070007305029

Built
1955
70 years old, rebuilt 1975
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
23,567
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 37 over Dry Br of Atascosa River is a concrete culvert carrying IH 37 over Dry Br of Atascosa River in Atascosa County, Texas. It was built in 1955 and reconstructed in 1975, so it is 70 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 23,567 vehicles a day, roughly 31% of them trucks, projected to reach 34,730 by 2033. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesIH 37
CrossesDry Br of Atascosa River
Location4.10 MI SE of FM 541
RouteInterstate 37
StateTexas
Coordinates28.79363, -98.33486
Functional classRural 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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
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
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 loadOther
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic23,567 (2020)
Projected traffic34,730 by 2033
Trucks31%
Lanes on structure9
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$665,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 37 over Dry Br of Atascosa River built?

It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1975.

What condition is IH 37 over Dry Br of Atascosa River 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does IH 37 over Dry Br of Atascosa River carry?

About 23,567 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 31% are trucks.

How long is IH 37 over Dry Br of Atascosa River?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns IH 37 over Dry Br of Atascosa River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.