Lp 197 over Discharge Canal

Good Condition41 years old5,034 vehicles/day

Location

StateTexas
CountyGalveston
Location1.40 Mi NE Of SH 146
CarriesLp 197
CrossesDischarge Canal
Coordinates29.35624, -94.92277

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionGood
Deck8 (Very Good)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway5 (Fair)
Scour Critical4 — Foundations need monitoring

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DesignBox Beam - Multiple
Total Length120.1 ft (36.6 m)
Max Span40.0 ft (12.2 m)
Deck Width84.6 ft (25.8 m)
Deck Area944.3 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1985

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic5,034 (2022)
Truck Traffic10%
Lanes On Bridge5

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection824
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number120850038911086

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