Sh87 Ferry S Slp 1 over Galveston Bay

Poor Condition46 years old3,836 vehicles/day

Location

StateTexas
CountyGalveston
Location1.30 Mi N Of Seawall BLVD
CarriesSh87 Ferry S Slp 1
CrossesGalveston Bay
Coordinates29.32748, -94.77306

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionPoor
Deck5 (Fair)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure4 (Poor)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical6 — Scour calculated, stable

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignMovable - Lift
Total Length134.8 ft (41.1 m)
Max Span44.9 ft (13.7 m)
Deck Width35.1 ft (10.7 m)
Deck Area439.8 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1980

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic3,836 (2023)
Truck Traffic4%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection924
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number120850036706026

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