US Bridges

SH 185 over US 59

Fair

Victoria County, Texas · 1.1 MI SW of US 87 · Structure no. 132350008805042

Built
1965
60 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
256 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
9,190
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 185 over US 59 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 185 over US 59 in Victoria County, Texas. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 5 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 9,190 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,870 by 2033. The structure is 256 ft (78 m) long and 79 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesSH 185
CrossesUS 59
Location1.1 MI SW of US 87
RouteState Highway 185
CountyVictoria County
StateTexas
Coordinates28.76638, -96.97788
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75 US tons
Inventory rating40 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length256 ft (78 m)
Longest span70 ft (21.3 m)
Deck width79 ft (24 m)
Roadway width69 ft (20.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,190 (2013)
Projected traffic12,870 by 2033
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 SH 185 over US 59 built?

It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 185 over US 59 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 January 2023.

How much traffic does SH 185 over US 59 carry?

About 9,190 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is SH 185 over US 59?

The structure is 256 ft (78 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 79 ft wide.

Who owns SH 185 over US 59?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.