US Bridges

IH 37 Sbml over Ccta RR

Good

Nueces County, Texas · 2.90 MI W of SH 286 · Structure no. 161780007406087

Built
1966
59 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
137 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
20,180
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 37 Sbml over Ccta RR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 37 Sbml over Ccta RR in Nueces County, Texas. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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 20,180 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 28,250 by 2033. The structure is 137 ft (41.8 m) long and 64 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesIH 37 Sbml
CrossesCcta RR
Location2.90 MI W of SH 286
RouteInterstate 37
StateTexas
Coordinates27.80408, -97.45629
Functional classUrban 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 inspectionMarch 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length137 ft (41.8 m)
Longest span55 ft (16.8 m)
Deck width64 ft (19.6 m)
Roadway width60 ft (18.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic20,180 (2013)
Projected traffic28,250 by 2033
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 Sbml over Ccta RR built?

It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 37 Sbml over Ccta RR 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 March 2022.

How much traffic does IH 37 Sbml over Ccta RR carry?

About 20,180 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is IH 37 Sbml over Ccta RR?

The structure is 137 ft (41.8 m) long with a longest span of 55 ft (16.8 m) and a deck 64 ft wide.

Who owns IH 37 Sbml over Ccta RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.