US Bridges

IH 37 NB over SH 359

Good

San Patricio County, Texas · 1.8 MI SE of FM 3377 · Structure no. 162050007403128

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
300 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
8,477
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 37 NB over SH 359 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 37 NB over SH 359 in San Patricio County, Texas. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 8,477 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,206 by 2042. The structure is 300 ft (91.4 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesIH 37 NB
CrossesSH 359
Location1.8 MI SE of FM 3377
RouteInterstate 37
StateTexas
Coordinates28.11301, -97.81783
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating28 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length300 ft (91.4 m)
Longest span90 ft (27.4 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.5 m)
Roadway width43 ft (13 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,477 (2022)
Projected traffic12,206 by 2042
Trucks25%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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 IH 37 NB over SH 359 built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 37 NB over SH 359 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does IH 37 NB over SH 359 carry?

About 8,477 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.

How long is IH 37 NB over SH 359?

The structure is 300 ft (91.4 m) long with a longest span of 90 ft (27.4 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns IH 37 NB over SH 359?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.