SH 44 EB over San Fernando Creek
GoodJim Wells County, Texas · 1.2 MI E of FM 1931 · Structure no. 161260008701028
- Built
- 1989
- 36 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Other
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 400 ft
- 10 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,443
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 44 EB over San Fernando Creek is a prestressed concrete other carrying SH 44 EB over San Fernando Creek in Jim Wells County, Texas. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 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 5,443 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,160 by 2033. The structure is 400 ft (121.9 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 44 EB over San Fernando Creek built?
It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 44 EB over San Fernando 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does SH 44 EB over San Fernando Creek carry?
About 5,443 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is SH 44 EB over San Fernando Creek?
The structure is 400 ft (121.9 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns SH 44 EB over San Fernando Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.