US Bridges

SH 36 over BNSF RR Lp 497 Hall RD

Good

Austin County, Texas · 7.05 MI N of SH 159 · Structure no. 130080018702026

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
465 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
444
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 36 over BNSF RR Lp 497 Hall RD is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 36 over BNSF RR Lp 497 Hall RD in Austin County, Texas. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 444 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,510 by 2033. The structure is 465 ft (141.7 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesSH 36
CrossesBNSF RR Lp 497 Hall RD
Location7.05 MI N of SH 159
RouteState Highway 36
StateTexas
Coordinates30.04619, -96.32095
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75 US tons
Inventory rating37 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2 (+5 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length465 ft (141.7 m)
Longest span90 ft (27.4 m)
Deck width46 ft (13.9 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic444 (2023)
Projected traffic3,510 by 2033
Trucks20%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and railroad
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was SH 36 over BNSF RR Lp 497 Hall RD built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 36 over BNSF RR Lp 497 Hall RD 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does SH 36 over BNSF RR Lp 497 Hall RD carry?

About 444 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.

How long is SH 36 over BNSF RR Lp 497 Hall RD?

The structure is 465 ft (141.7 m) long with a longest span of 90 ft (27.4 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns SH 36 over BNSF RR Lp 497 Hall RD?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.