IH 37 Sbml over Nueces River
GoodNueces County, Texas · 0.3 MI S of US 77 · Structure no. 161780007406121
- Built
- 2023
- 2 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 3,231 ft
- 15 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 28,187
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 37 Sbml over Nueces River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 37 Sbml over Nueces River in Nueces County, Texas. It was built in 2023, so it is 2 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 28,187 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 39,462 by 2042. The structure is 3,231 ft (984.8 m) long and 71 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 Sbml over Nueces River built?
It was built in 2023, making it 2 years old in 2025.
What condition is IH 37 Sbml over Nueces River 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does IH 37 Sbml over Nueces River carry?
About 28,187 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.
How long is IH 37 Sbml over Nueces River?
The structure is 3,231 ft (984.8 m) long with a longest span of 160 ft (48.8 m) and a deck 71 ft wide.
Who owns IH 37 Sbml over Nueces River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.