US Bridges

SH 60 over Middle Bernard Creek

Good

Wharton County, Texas · 1.85 MI N of US 90A · Structure no. 132410024002013

Built
2023
2 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
450 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
3,251
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 60 over Middle Bernard Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 60 over Middle Bernard Creek in Wharton County, Texas. It was built in 2023, so it is 2 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 3,251 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,267 by 2042. The structure is 450 ft (137.2 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesSH 60
CrossesMiddle Bernard Creek
Location1.85 MI N of US 90A
RouteState Highway 60
CountyWharton County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.55669, -96.0786
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.
Superstructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
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 geometry7: Better than 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 typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans5
Design loadHL 93
Structure length450 ft (137.2 m)
Longest span90 ft (27.4 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,251 (2022)
Projected traffic5,267 by 2042
Trucks17%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 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 60 over Middle Bernard Creek built?

It was built in 2023, making it 2 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 60 over Middle Bernard 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 60 over Middle Bernard Creek carry?

About 3,251 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.

How long is SH 60 over Middle Bernard Creek?

The structure is 450 ft (137.2 m) long with a longest span of 90 ft (27.4 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns SH 60 over Middle Bernard Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.