SH 173 over Medina River
GoodBandera County, Texas · 0.15 MI SE SH 16 · Structure no. 150100042107039
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Concrete
- Length
- 361 ft
- 9 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,880
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 173 over Medina River is a concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 173 over Medina River in Bandera County, Texas. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 7,880 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,460 by 2033. The structure is 361 ft (110 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.3 mi (23 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 173 over Medina River built?
It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 173 over Medina 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 SH 173 over Medina River carry?
About 7,880 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is SH 173 over Medina River?
The structure is 361 ft (110 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns SH 173 over Medina River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.