SH 55 over Nueces River

Fair Condition28 years old1,248 vehicles/day

Location

StateTexas
CountyEdwards
Location0.3 Mi S Of RM 335
CarriesSH 55
CrossesNueces River
Coordinates29.72196, -100.03346

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length1600.1 ft (487.7 m)
Max Span100.1 ft (30.5 m)
Deck Width42.3 ft (12.9 m)
Deck Area6291.3 sq m
Main Spans16
Year Built1998

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic1,248 (2020)
Truck Traffic42%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection724
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number070700023502028

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