US Bridges

SH 358 WB over Bu 44 (agnes)-Tex-Mex RR

Good

Nueces County, Texas · 1.25 MI S of IH 37 · Structure no. 161780061701079

Built
1976
49 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
470 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
25,320
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 358 WB over Bu 44 (agnes)-Tex-Mex RR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 358 WB over Bu 44 (agnes)-Tex-Mex RR in Nueces County, Texas. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 years old, older 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 25,320 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 35,450 by 2033. The structure is 470 ft (143.3 m) long and 75 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesSH 358 WB
CrossesBu 44 (agnes)-Tex-Mex RR
Location1.25 MI S of IH 37
RouteState Highway 358
StateTexas
Coordinates27.78582, -97.46906
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 inspectionJune 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable 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 length470 ft (143.3 m)
Longest span75 ft (22.9 m)
Deck width75 ft (23 m)
Roadway width73 ft (22.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic25,320 (2013)
Projected traffic35,450 by 2033
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and railroad
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 statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was SH 358 WB over Bu 44 (agnes)-Tex-Mex RR built?

It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 358 WB over Bu 44 (agnes)-Tex-Mex RR 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 June 2022.

How much traffic does SH 358 WB over Bu 44 (agnes)-Tex-Mex RR carry?

About 25,320 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is SH 358 WB over Bu 44 (agnes)-Tex-Mex RR?

The structure is 470 ft (143.3 m) long with a longest span of 75 ft (22.9 m) and a deck 75 ft wide.

Who owns SH 358 WB over Bu 44 (agnes)-Tex-Mex RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.