US Bridges

Santa Ursula Avenu over Rio Grande River

Fair

Webb County, Texas · .4 MI S of Tollbooth · Structure no. 222400B01060001

Built
1976
49 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
990 ft
11 main spans
Daily traffic
22,500
2014 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Santa Ursula Avenu over Rio Grande River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Santa Ursula Avenu over Rio Grande River in Webb County, Texas. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 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 22,500 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 26,800 by 2034. The structure is 990 ft (301.8 m) long and 98 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

Location

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CarriesSanta Ursula Avenu
CrossesRio Grande River
Location.4 MI S of Tollbooth
CountyWebb County
StateTexas
Coordinates27.50037, -99.50271
Functional classUrban Local

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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating48.9 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans11
Design loadHS 20
Structure length990 ft (301.8 m)
Longest span90 ft (27.4 m)
Deck width98 ft (30 m)
Roadway width75 ft (22.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic22,500 (2014)
Projected traffic26,800 by 2034
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 km)
TollToll bridge
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Santa Ursula Avenu over Rio Grande River built?

It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.

What condition is Santa Ursula Avenu over Rio Grande 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does Santa Ursula Avenu over Rio Grande River carry?

About 22,500 vehicles per day (2014 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Santa Ursula Avenu over Rio Grande River?

The structure is 990 ft (301.8 m) long with a longest span of 90 ft (27.4 m) and a deck 98 ft wide.

Who owns Santa Ursula Avenu over Rio Grande River?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.