US Bridges

SH 111 over Navidad River E Relief

Good

Jackson County, Texas · 2.5 MI W of SH 172 · Structure no. 131210034601033

Built
1976
49 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
525 ft
7 main spans
Daily traffic
2,721
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 111 over Navidad River E Relief is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 111 over Navidad River E Relief in Jackson County, Texas. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 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.

It carries about 2,721 vehicles a day, roughly 28% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,380 by 2033. The structure is 525 ft (160 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesSH 111
CrossesNavidad River E Relief
Location2.5 MI W of SH 172
RouteState Highway 111
StateTexas
Coordinates28.95334, -96.52651
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable 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

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans7
Design loadHS 20
Structure length525 ft (160 m)
Longest span75 ft (22.9 m)
Deck width50 ft (15.3 m)
Roadway width48 ft (14.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,721 (2020)
Projected traffic4,380 by 2033
Trucks28%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SH 111 over Navidad River E Relief built?

It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 111 over Navidad River E Relief 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does SH 111 over Navidad River E Relief carry?

About 2,721 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 28% are trucks.

How long is SH 111 over Navidad River E Relief?

The structure is 525 ft (160 m) long with a longest span of 75 ft (22.9 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.

Who owns SH 111 over Navidad River E Relief?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.