SH 46 (loop 337) over Blieders Creek
FairComal County, Texas · 2.9 MI NW of IH 35 · Structure no. 150460021601012
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 152 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 10,840
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 46 (loop 337) over Blieders Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 46 (loop 337) over Blieders Creek in Comal County, Texas. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 10,840 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 23,170 by 2033. The structure is 152 ft (46.3 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 46 (loop 337) over Blieders Creek built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 46 (loop 337) over Blieders Creek 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does SH 46 (loop 337) over Blieders Creek carry?
About 10,840 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is SH 46 (loop 337) over Blieders Creek?
The structure is 152 ft (46.3 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns SH 46 (loop 337) over Blieders Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.