SH 73 EB over Gulf Freshwater Canal
FairJefferson County, Texas · 0.7 MI W of JCT SH 82 · Structure no. 201240050804035
- Built
- 1952
- 73 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 77 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10,626
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 73 EB over Gulf Freshwater Canal is a concrete slab carrying SH 73 EB over Gulf Freshwater Canal in Jefferson County, Texas. It was built in 1952, so it is 73 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 10,626 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,910 by 2042. The structure is 77 ft (23.5 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 73 EB over Gulf Freshwater Canal built?
It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 73 EB over Gulf Freshwater Canal 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does SH 73 EB over Gulf Freshwater Canal carry?
About 10,626 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is SH 73 EB over Gulf Freshwater Canal?
The structure is 77 ft (23.5 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns SH 73 EB over Gulf Freshwater Canal?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.