US Bridges

IH 37 NB over SH 234 & UPRR

Good

San Patricio County, Texas · 5.4 MI NW of US 77 · Structure no. 162050007405109

Built
1969
56 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
340 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
11,426
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 37 NB over SH 234 & UPRR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 37 NB over SH 234 & UPRR in San Patricio County, Texas. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 11,426 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,996 by 2042. The structure is 340 ft (103.6 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.7 mi (35 km).

CarriesIH 37 NB
CrossesSH 234 & UPRR
Location5.4 MI NW of US 77
RouteInterstate 37
StateTexas
Coordinates27.97275, -97.67101
Functional classRural 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 inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating27.4 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2 (+3 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length340 ft (103.6 m)
Longest span80 ft (24.4 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.9 m)
Roadway width41 ft (12.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11,426 (2022)
Projected traffic15,996 by 2042
Trucks20%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and railroad
Detour if closed21.7 mi (35 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 234 & UPRR built?

It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 37 NB over SH 234 & UPRR 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does IH 37 NB over SH 234 & UPRR carry?

About 11,426 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.

How long is IH 37 NB over SH 234 & UPRR?

The structure is 340 ft (103.6 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns IH 37 NB over SH 234 & UPRR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.