US Bridges

Loop 1604 over SP RR & Macdona-Lacoste

Good

Bexar County, Texas · 2.0 MI N of FM 2536 · Structure no. 150150245201034

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
325 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,248
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Loop 1604 over SP RR & Macdona-Lacoste is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Loop 1604 over SP RR & Macdona-Lacoste in Bexar 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 2,248 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,050 by 2033. The structure is 325 ft (99.1 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesLoop 1604
CrossesSP RR & Macdona-Lacoste
Location2.0 MI N of FM 2536
RouteState Highway 1604
StateTexas
Coordinates29.32781, -98.68686
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating67 US tons
Inventory rating34 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2 (+4 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length325 ft (99.1 m)
Longest span70 ft (21.3 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.9 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,248 (2020)
Projected traffic12,050 by 2033
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and railroad
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 Loop 1604 over SP RR & Macdona-Lacoste built?

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

What condition is Loop 1604 over SP RR & Macdona-Lacoste 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does Loop 1604 over SP RR & Macdona-Lacoste carry?

About 2,248 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is Loop 1604 over SP RR & Macdona-Lacoste?

The structure is 325 ft (99.1 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns Loop 1604 over SP RR & Macdona-Lacoste?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.