IH 37 over Blue Wing Creek
FairBexar County, Texas · 0.30 MI S of Loop 122 · Structure no. 150150007308077
- Built
- 1967
- 58 years old, rebuilt 1975
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 52 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 86,973
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 37 over Blue Wing Creek is a concrete culvert carrying IH 37 over Blue Wing Creek in Bexar County, Texas. It was built in 1967 and reconstructed in 1975, so it is 58 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 86,973 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 121,762 by 2042. The structure is 52 ft (15.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IH 37 over Blue Wing Creek built?
It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1975.
What condition is IH 37 over Blue Wing 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does IH 37 over Blue Wing Creek carry?
About 86,973 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is IH 37 over Blue Wing Creek?
The structure is 52 ft (15.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns IH 37 over Blue Wing Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.