US Bridges

IH 37 NB over FM 888

Good

Live Oak County, Texas · 0.8 MI N of San Pat C/L · Structure no. 161490007402134

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
218 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
9,211
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 37 NB over FM 888 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 37 NB over FM 888 in Live Oak County, Texas. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 years old, older 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 9,211 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,190 by 2033. The structure is 218 ft (66.4 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

CarriesIH 37 NB
CrossesFM 888
Location0.8 MI N of San Pat C/L
RouteInterstate 37
StateTexas
Coordinates28.1619, -97.85912
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75 US tons
Inventory rating40 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length218 ft (66.4 m)
Longest span88 ft (26.8 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.5 m)
Roadway width43 ft (13 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,211 (2019)
Projected traffic11,190 by 2033
Trucks20%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 37 NB over FM 888 built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 37 NB over FM 888 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 May 2022.

How much traffic does IH 37 NB over FM 888 carry?

About 9,211 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.

How long is IH 37 NB over FM 888?

The structure is 218 ft (66.4 m) long with a longest span of 88 ft (26.8 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns IH 37 NB over FM 888?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.