US Bridges

FM 70 over Petronila Creek Trib

Fair

Nueces County, Texas · 9.35 MI W of SH 286 · Structure no. 161780155803015

Built
1994
31 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
34 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,089
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 70 over Petronila Creek Trib is a concrete culvert carrying FM 70 over Petronila Creek Trib in Nueces County, Texas. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 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 5,089 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,020 by 2033. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 70
CrossesPetronila Creek Trib
Location9.35 MI W of SH 286
RouteState Highway 70
CountyNueces County
StateTexas
Coordinates27.5853, -97.60702
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 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 adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length34 ft (10.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,089 (2022)
Projected traffic5,020 by 2033
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 70 over Petronila Creek Trib built?

It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 70 over Petronila Creek Trib 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does FM 70 over Petronila Creek Trib carry?

About 5,089 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is FM 70 over Petronila Creek Trib?

The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns FM 70 over Petronila Creek Trib?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.