SH 359 over Nueces River
FairSan Patricio County, Texas · 4.30 MI SW of FM 666 · Structure no. 162050008703013
- Built
- 1932
- 93 years old, rebuilt 1986
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 1,998 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,975
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 359 over Nueces River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 359 over Nueces River in San Patricio County, Texas. It was built in 1932 and reconstructed in 1986, so it is 93 years old, older 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 5,975 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,772 by 2042. The structure is 1,998 ft (609 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 359 over Nueces River built?
It was built in 1932, making it 93 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1986.
What condition is SH 359 over Nueces River 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does SH 359 over Nueces River carry?
About 5,975 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is SH 359 over Nueces River?
The structure is 1,998 ft (609 m) long with a longest span of 101 ft (30.8 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns SH 359 over Nueces River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.