US Bridges

SH 82 over Intracoastal Canal

Fair

Jefferson County, Texas · 0.965 MI S of SH 87 · Structure no. 201240236701001

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Truss - Thru
Steel Continuous
Length
5,032 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,792
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 82 over Intracoastal Canal is a steel continuous truss - thru carrying SH 82 over Intracoastal Canal in Jefferson 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 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 4,792 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,330 by 2033. The structure is 5,032 ft (1,533.8 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

Location

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CarriesSH 82
CrossesIntracoastal Canal
Location0.965 MI S of SH 87
RouteState Highway 82
CountyJefferson County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.85341, -93.94471
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTruss - Thru
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3 (+41 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length5,032 ft (1,533.8 m)
Longest span664 ft (202.4 m)
Deck width33 ft (10 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deck18 ft (5.4 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,792 (2022)
Projected traffic4,330 by 2033
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway, waterway and railroad
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusEligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$3.5 million
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was SH 82 over Intracoastal Canal built?

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

What condition is SH 82 over Intracoastal 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 82 over Intracoastal Canal carry?

About 4,792 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is SH 82 over Intracoastal Canal?

The structure is 5,032 ft (1,533.8 m) long with a longest span of 664 ft (202.4 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.

Who owns SH 82 over Intracoastal Canal?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.