South Presa Street over San Antonio River
PoorPosted for loadBexar County, Texas · 0.10 MI S of E Commerce · Structure no. 150150B28000001
- Built
- 1900
- 125 years old, rebuilt 1926
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Truss - Thru
- Steel
- Length
- 100 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 682
- 2020 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
South Presa Street over San Antonio River is a steel truss - thru carrying South Presa Street over San Antonio River in Bexar County, Texas. It was built in 1900 and reconstructed in 1926, so it is 125 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 682 vehicles a day, projected to reach 4,910 by 2042. The structure is 100 ft (30.5 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was South Presa Street over San Antonio River built?
It was built in 1900, making it 125 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1926.
What condition is South Presa Street over San Antonio River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in August 2023.
How much traffic does South Presa Street over San Antonio River carry?
About 682 vehicles per day (2020 count).
How long is South Presa Street over San Antonio River?
The structure is 100 ft (30.5 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.
Who owns South Presa Street over San Antonio River?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.