Palacios Street over Tres Palacios River
GoodWharton County, Texas · 0.20 MI S of Lp 525 · Structure no. 132410C00975001
- Built
- 1987
- 38 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 47 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,358
- 2022 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Palacios Street over Tres Palacios River is a concrete culvert carrying Palacios Street over Tres Palacios River in Wharton County, Texas. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 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 3,358 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 345 by 2042. The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Palacios Street over Tres Palacios River built?
It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.
What condition is Palacios Street over Tres Palacios River 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does Palacios Street over Tres Palacios River carry?
About 3,358 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Palacios Street over Tres Palacios River?
The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.
Who owns Palacios Street over Tres Palacios River?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.