US Bridges

Morning Glory DR over Seeling Channel

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Bexar County, Texas · 0.16 MI NW of Woodlawn · Structure no. 150150B23765002

Built
2017
8 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Other
Prestressed Concrete
Length
85 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
829
2020 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Morning Glory DR over Seeling Channel is a prestressed concrete other carrying Morning Glory DR over Seeling Channel in Bexar County, Texas. It was built in 2017, so it is 8 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 829 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,249 by 2033. The structure is 85 ft (25.9 m) long and 51 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesMorning Glory DR
CrossesSeeling Channel
Location0.16 MI NW of Woodlawn
RouteCity Street 0
CountyBexar County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.45808, -98.54582
Functional classUrban Local

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than 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

Structure typeOther
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHL 93
Structure length85 ft (25.9 m)
Longest span42 ft (12.7 m)
Deck width51 ft (15.4 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic829 (2020)
Projected traffic1,249 by 2033
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
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 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 Morning Glory DR over Seeling Channel built?

It was built in 2017, making it 8 years old in 2025.

What condition is Morning Glory DR over Seeling Channel 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does Morning Glory DR over Seeling Channel carry?

About 829 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is Morning Glory DR over Seeling Channel?

The structure is 85 ft (25.9 m) long with a longest span of 42 ft (12.7 m) and a deck 51 ft wide.

Who owns Morning Glory DR over Seeling Channel?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.