US Bridges

Jones DR WB over Lake Madeline

GoodPosted for load

Galveston County, Texas · 1.0 MI W of Spur 342 · Structure no. 120850B00535002

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
103 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,980
2010 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Jones DR WB over Lake Madeline is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Jones DR WB over Lake Madeline in Galveston County, Texas. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 years old, older 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 2,980 vehicles a day, projected to reach 3,000 by 2028. The structure is 103 ft (31.4 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesJones DR WB
CrossesLake Madeline
Location1.0 MI W of Spur 342
RouteCity Street 0
StateTexas
Coordinates29.26923, -94.84632
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionDecember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1 (+2 approach)
Design loadUnknown
Structure length103 ft (31.4 m)
Longest span40 ft (12.2 m)
Deck width27 ft (8.2 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,980 (2010)
Projected traffic3,000 by 2028
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-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 statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$6,000
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was Jones DR WB over Lake Madeline built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is Jones DR WB over Lake Madeline 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 December 2023.

How much traffic does Jones DR WB over Lake Madeline carry?

About 2,980 vehicles per day (2010 count).

How long is Jones DR WB over Lake Madeline?

The structure is 103 ft (31.4 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.

Who owns Jones DR WB over Lake Madeline?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.