SH 359 over Nueces River Relief
FairSan Patricio County, Texas · 3.90 MI SW of FM 666 · Structure no. 162050008703014
- Built
- 1932
- 93 years old, rebuilt 1986
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 798 ft
- 28 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,732
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 359 over Nueces River Relief is a concrete tee beam carrying SH 359 over Nueces River Relief 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 5,732 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,244 by 2042. The structure is 798 ft (243.2 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 359 over Nueces River Relief 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 Relief 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 Relief carry?
About 5,732 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is SH 359 over Nueces River Relief?
The structure is 798 ft (243.2 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.5 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns SH 359 over Nueces River Relief?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.