SH 359 Eb/Sh 44 EB over San Diego Creek
GoodJim Wells County, Texas · 0.4 MI W of FM 625 · Structure no. 161260008611058
- Built
- 1984
- 41 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 300 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,129
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 359 Eb/Sh 44 EB over San Diego Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 359 Eb/Sh 44 EB over San Diego Creek in Jim Wells County, Texas. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 years old, younger 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 5,129 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,100 by 2042. The structure is 300 ft (91.4 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 359 Eb/Sh 44 EB over San Diego Creek built?
It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 359 Eb/Sh 44 EB over San Diego Creek 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 2024.
How much traffic does SH 359 Eb/Sh 44 EB over San Diego Creek carry?
About 5,129 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is SH 359 Eb/Sh 44 EB over San Diego Creek?
The structure is 300 ft (91.4 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns SH 359 Eb/Sh 44 EB over San Diego Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.