US Bridges

SH 60 over San Bernard River

Good

Austin County, Texas · 2.50 MI SW of SH 36 · Structure no. 130080024001012

Built
2010
15 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
800 ft
10 main spans
Daily traffic
2,893
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 60 over San Bernard River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 60 over San Bernard River in Austin County, Texas. It was built in 2010, so it is 15 years old, younger 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 2,893 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,120 by 2038. The structure is 800 ft (243.8 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.7 mi (51 km).

CarriesSH 60
CrossesSan Bernard River
Location2.50 MI SW of SH 36
RouteState Highway 60
StateTexas
Coordinates29.60202, -96.08989
Functional classRural Major Collector

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.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJanuary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans10
Design loadHL 93
Structure length800 ft (243.8 m)
Longest span80 ft (24.4 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width43 ft (13.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,893 (2020)
Projected traffic3,120 by 2038
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed31.7 mi (51 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 SH 60 over San Bernard River built?

It was built in 2010, making it 15 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 60 over San Bernard 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 January 2023.

How much traffic does SH 60 over San Bernard River carry?

About 2,893 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is SH 60 over San Bernard River?

The structure is 800 ft (243.8 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns SH 60 over San Bernard River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.