US Bridges

SH 188 over Oliver Creek

Good

San Patricio County, Texas · 1.8 MI E of SH 89 · Structure no. 162050050703021

Built
2001
24 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Other
Prestressed Concrete
Length
120 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,492
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 188 over Oliver Creek is a prestressed concrete other carrying SH 188 over Oliver Creek in San Patricio County, Texas. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 years old, younger 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 2,492 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,470 by 2033. The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesSH 188
CrossesOliver Creek
Location1.8 MI E of SH 89
RouteState Highway 188
CountySan Patricio County
StateTexas
Coordinates28.03602, -97.45165
Functional classRural Major Collector

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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeOther
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length120 ft (36.6 m)
Longest span40 ft (12.2 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.8 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,492 (2020)
Projected traffic2,470 by 2033
Trucks10%
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 SH 188 over Oliver Creek built?

It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 188 over Oliver Creek 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 SH 188 over Oliver Creek carry?

About 2,492 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is SH 188 over Oliver Creek?

The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns SH 188 over Oliver Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.