US Bridges

CO RD 1 S over Lavaca River

FairPosted for load

Lavaca County, Texas · 0.65 MI W of FM 2616 · Structure no. 131430AA0339001

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
140 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
60
2014 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

CO RD 1 S over Lavaca River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying CO RD 1 S over Lavaca River in Lavaca 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 60 vehicles a day, projected to reach 150 by 2034. The structure is 140 ft (42.7 m) long and 15 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 km).

Location

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CarriesCO RD 1 S
CrossesLavaca River
Location0.65 MI W of FM 2616
RouteCounty Highway 15
CountyLavaca County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.35018, -96.91538
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
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 inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load 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 geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length140 ft (42.7 m)
Longest span50 ft (15.2 m)
Deck width15 ft (4.7 m)
Roadway width14 ft (4.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic60 (2014)
Projected traffic150 by 2034
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed13 mi (21 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$5,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was CO RD 1 S over Lavaca River built?

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

What condition is CO RD 1 S over 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does CO RD 1 S over Lavaca River carry?

About 60 vehicles per day (2014 count).

How long is CO RD 1 S over Lavaca River?

The structure is 140 ft (42.7 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 15 ft wide.

Who owns CO RD 1 S over Lavaca River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.