SH 95 over W Prong Lavaca River
FairLavaca County, Texas · 0.7 MI S of FM 532 E · Structure no. 131430032402002
- Built
- 1929
- 96 years old, rebuilt 1973
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 138 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,110
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 95 over W Prong Lavaca River is a concrete tee beam carrying SH 95 over W Prong Lavaca River in Lavaca County, Texas. It was built in 1929 and reconstructed in 1973, so it is 96 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 3,110 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,710 by 2038. The structure is 138 ft (42.1 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 95 over W Prong Lavaca River built?
It was built in 1929, making it 96 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1973.
What condition is SH 95 over W Prong Lavaca River 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 February 2023.
How much traffic does SH 95 over W Prong Lavaca River carry?
About 3,110 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is SH 95 over W Prong Lavaca River?
The structure is 138 ft (42.1 m) long with a longest span of 34 ft (10.4 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.
Who owns SH 95 over W Prong Lavaca River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.