SH 72 over Frio River Rel #3
FairLive Oak County, Texas · 2.2 MI W of US 281 · Structure no. 161490048304021
- Built
- 1947
- 78 years old, rebuilt 1985
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 250 ft
- 10 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,416
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 72 over Frio River Rel #3 is a concrete slab carrying SH 72 over Frio River Rel #3 in Live Oak County, Texas. It was built in 1947 and reconstructed in 1985, so it is 78 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 5,416 vehicles a day, roughly 31% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,060 by 2033. The structure is 250 ft (76.2 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 49.7 mi (80 km).
Location
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 72 over Frio River Rel #3 built?
It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1985.
What condition is SH 72 over Frio River Rel #3 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 2024.
How much traffic does SH 72 over Frio River Rel #3 carry?
About 5,416 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 31% are trucks.
How long is SH 72 over Frio River Rel #3?
The structure is 250 ft (76.2 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns SH 72 over Frio River Rel #3?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.