IH 37 NB over Sharpsburg RD
FairNueces County, Texas · 1.5 MI S of San Pat C/L · Structure no. 161780007406195
- Built
- 1991
- 34 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2022
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 270 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 25,751
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 37 NB over Sharpsburg RD is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 37 NB over Sharpsburg RD in Nueces County, Texas. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 years old, younger 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 25,751 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 29,470 by 2033. The structure is 270 ft (82.3 m) long and 71 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IH 37 NB over Sharpsburg RD built?
It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.
What condition is IH 37 NB over Sharpsburg 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 May 2022.
How much traffic does IH 37 NB over Sharpsburg RD carry?
About 25,751 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is IH 37 NB over Sharpsburg RD?
The structure is 270 ft (82.3 m) long with a longest span of 90 ft (27.4 m) and a deck 71 ft wide.
Who owns IH 37 NB over Sharpsburg RD?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.