US Bridges

SH 48 over Wildlife Crossing

Good

Cameron County, Texas · 9.3 MI NE of FM 511 · Structure no. 210310022007170

Built
2007
18 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Other
Prestressed Concrete
Length
45 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
12,608
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 48 over Wildlife Crossing is a prestressed concrete other carrying SH 48 over Wildlife Crossing in Cameron County, Texas. It was built in 2007, so it is 18 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 12,608 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,350 by 2033. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long and 82 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesSH 48
CrossesWildlife Crossing
Location9.3 MI NE of FM 511
RouteState Highway 48
CountyCameron County
StateTexas
Coordinates26.01071, -97.28417
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: 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 spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length45 ft (13.7 m)
Longest span45 ft (13.7 m)
Deck width82 ft (25 m)
Roadway width78 ft (23.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,608 (2024)
Projected traffic9,350 by 2033
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesOther
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 SH 48 over Wildlife Crossing built?

It was built in 2007, making it 18 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 48 over Wildlife Crossing 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does SH 48 over Wildlife Crossing carry?

About 12,608 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is SH 48 over Wildlife Crossing?

The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 45 ft (13.7 m) and a deck 82 ft wide.

Who owns SH 48 over Wildlife Crossing?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.