US Bridges

IH 37 NB over Georgetown Creek

Fair

Atascosa County, Texas · 1.0 MI N of Spur 199 · Structure no. 150070007310255

Built
1980
45 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
55 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
12,091
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 37 NB over Georgetown Creek is a concrete culvert carrying IH 37 NB over Georgetown Creek in Atascosa County, Texas. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 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 12,091 vehicles a day, roughly 31% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,200 by 2033. The structure is 55 ft (16.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesIH 37 NB
CrossesGeorgetown Creek
Location1.0 MI N of Spur 199
RouteInterstate 37
StateTexas
Coordinates28.93109, -98.43517
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
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
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 spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length55 ft (16.8 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,091 (2019)
Projected traffic14,200 by 2033
Trucks31%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-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 statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 37 NB over Georgetown Creek built?

It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 37 NB over Georgetown Creek 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 IH 37 NB over Georgetown Creek carry?

About 12,091 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 31% are trucks.

How long is IH 37 NB over Georgetown Creek?

The structure is 55 ft (16.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns IH 37 NB over Georgetown Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.