US Bridges

S Gevers ST over Mkt RR

Fair

Bexar County, Texas · 0.1 MI S of Essex ST · Structure no. 150150B13510003

Built
1925
100 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2023
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete
Length
34 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
4,233
2020 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

S Gevers ST over Mkt RR is a concrete tee beam carrying S Gevers ST over Mkt RR in Bexar County, Texas. It was built in 1925, so it is 100 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 4,233 vehicles a day, projected to reach 8,000 by 2031. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long and 51 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesS Gevers ST
CrossesMkt RR
Location0.1 MI S of Essex ST
RouteCity Street 8156
CountyBexar County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.40252, -98.45676
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length34 ft (10.4 m)
Longest span34 ft (10.4 m)
Deck width51 ft (15.5 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,233 (2020)
Projected traffic8,000 by 2031
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$19,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was S Gevers ST over Mkt RR built?

It was built in 1925, making it 100 years old in 2025.

What condition is S Gevers ST over Mkt RR 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 2023.

How much traffic does S Gevers ST over Mkt RR carry?

About 4,233 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is S Gevers ST over Mkt RR?

The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 34 ft (10.4 m) and a deck 51 ft wide.

Who owns S Gevers ST over Mkt RR?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.