IH 37 SB over Rufe Wms Hollow
FairLive Oak County, Texas · 3.3 MI N of San Pat C/L · Structure no. 161490007402137
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Concrete
- Length
- 121 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10,998
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 37 SB over Rufe Wms Hollow is a concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 37 SB over Rufe Wms Hollow 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 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 10,998 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,110 by 2033. The structure is 121 ft (36.9 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IH 37 SB over Rufe Wms Hollow built?
It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.
What condition is IH 37 SB over Rufe Wms Hollow 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does IH 37 SB over Rufe Wms Hollow carry?
About 10,998 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.
How long is IH 37 SB over Rufe Wms Hollow?
The structure is 121 ft (36.9 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns IH 37 SB over Rufe Wms Hollow?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.