SH 72 over Hals Lake
GoodMcMullen County, Texas · 0.45 MI W of SH 16 · Structure no. 151620048302047
- Built
- 1989
- 36 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 153 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,043
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 72 over Hals Lake is a concrete continuous slab carrying SH 72 over Hals Lake in McMullen County, Texas. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 years old, younger 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 2,043 vehicles a day, roughly 55% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,860 by 2042. The structure is 153 ft (46.6 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 60.3 mi (97 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 Hals Lake built?
It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 72 over Hals Lake 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does SH 72 over Hals Lake carry?
About 2,043 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 55% are trucks.
How long is SH 72 over Hals Lake?
The structure is 153 ft (46.6 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns SH 72 over Hals Lake?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.