US Bridges

SH286/SH358 Conn-J over SH 286 SB On-Ramp; Ect

Good

Nueces County, Texas · At Interchange W/Sh 358 · Structure no. 161780032601091

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
741 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
100,900
2011 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH286/SH358 Conn-J over SH 286 SB On-Ramp; Ect is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH286/SH358 Conn-J over SH 286 SB On-Ramp; Ect in Nueces County, Texas. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 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 100,900 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 166,000 by 2031. The structure is 741 ft (225.9 m) long and 28 ft wide.

CarriesSH286/SH358 Conn-J
CrossesSH 286 SB On-Ramp; Ect
LocationAt Interchange W/Sh 358
RouteState Highway 286
StateTexas
Coordinates27.73879, -97.43122
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans6 (+1 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length741 ft (225.9 m)
Longest span110 ft (33.5 m)
Deck width28 ft (8.5 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic100,900 (2011)
Projected traffic166,000 by 2031
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was SH286/SH358 Conn-J over SH 286 SB On-Ramp; Ect built?

It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH286/SH358 Conn-J over SH 286 SB On-Ramp; Ect 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 August 2022.

How much traffic does SH286/SH358 Conn-J over SH 286 SB On-Ramp; Ect carry?

About 100,900 vehicles per day (2011 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is SH286/SH358 Conn-J over SH 286 SB On-Ramp; Ect?

The structure is 741 ft (225.9 m) long with a longest span of 110 ft (33.5 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns SH286/SH358 Conn-J over SH 286 SB On-Ramp; Ect?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.