IH 37 over Turkey Creek
GoodNueces County, Texas · 0.40 MI NW of FM 2292 · Structure no. 161780007406198
- Built
- 1995
- 30 years old, rebuilt 1997
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 36 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 79,421
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 37 over Turkey Creek is a concrete culvert carrying IH 37 over Turkey Creek in Nueces County, Texas. It was built in 1995 and reconstructed in 1997, so it is 30 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 79,421 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 111,189 by 2042. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long and 613 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IH 37 over Turkey Creek built?
It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1997.
What condition is IH 37 over Turkey Creek 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 over Turkey Creek carry?
About 79,421 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is IH 37 over Turkey Creek?
The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 613 ft wide.
Who owns IH 37 over Turkey Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.