US Bridges

SH 172 over Lk Texana Mustang CR Br

Good

Jackson County, Texas · 1.4 MI S of Lp 522 · Structure no. 131210042001015

Built
1978
47 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
610 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
3,992
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 172 over Lk Texana Mustang CR Br is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 172 over Lk Texana Mustang CR Br in Jackson County, Texas. It was built in 1978, so it is 47 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 3,992 vehicles a day, roughly 33% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,260 by 2035. The structure is 610 ft (185.9 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).

CarriesSH 172
CrossesLk Texana Mustang CR Br
Location1.4 MI S of Lp 522
RouteState Highway 172
StateTexas
Coordinates29.02401, -96.50503
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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
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 geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1 (+13 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length610 ft (185.9 m)
Longest span80 ft (24.4 m)
Deck width46 ft (14.1 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,992 (2020)
Projected traffic5,260 by 2035
Trucks33%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.2 mi (18 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 172 over Lk Texana Mustang CR Br built?

It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 172 over Lk Texana Mustang CR Br 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 172 over Lk Texana Mustang CR Br carry?

About 3,992 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 33% are trucks.

How long is SH 172 over Lk Texana Mustang CR Br?

The structure is 610 ft (185.9 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns SH 172 over Lk Texana Mustang CR Br?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.