US Bridges

SH 358 over Baldwin Outfall Channel

Good

Nueces County, Texas · 0.1 MI S of Bates · Structure no. 161780061701064

Built
1990
35 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
82,720
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 358 over Baldwin Outfall Channel is a concrete culvert carrying SH 358 over Baldwin Outfall Channel in Nueces County, Texas. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 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 82,720 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 119,117 by 2042. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesSH 358
CrossesBaldwin Outfall Channel
Location0.1 MI S of Bates
RouteState Highway 358
StateTexas
Coordinates27.76978, -97.46887
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
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic82,720 (2022)
Projected traffic119,117 by 2042
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure14
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
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 proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$48,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SH 358 over Baldwin Outfall Channel built?

It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 358 over Baldwin Outfall Channel 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does SH 358 over Baldwin Outfall Channel carry?

About 82,720 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is SH 358 over Baldwin Outfall Channel?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).

Who owns SH 358 over Baldwin Outfall Channel?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.