IH 37 SB over UP River RD
FairNueces County, Texas · 2.15 MI W of SH 286 · Structure no. 161780007406077
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 251 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 26,768
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 37 SB over UP River RD is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 37 SB over UP River RD in Nueces County, Texas. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 26,768 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 37,475 by 2042. The structure is 251 ft (76.5 m) long and 53 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IH 37 SB over UP River RD built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.
What condition is IH 37 SB over UP River RD 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does IH 37 SB over UP River RD carry?
About 26,768 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is IH 37 SB over UP River RD?
The structure is 251 ft (76.5 m) long with a longest span of 75 ft (22.9 m) and a deck 53 ft wide.
Who owns IH 37 SB over UP River RD?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.