SH 238 over Big Chocolate Bayou

Fair Condition55 years old5,400 vehicles/day

Location

StateTexas
CountyCalhoun
Location0.43 Mi S Of FM 2433
CarriesSH 238
CrossesBig Chocolate Bayou
Coordinates28.57718, -96.64933

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 Length700.1 ft (213.4 m)
Max Span69.9 ft (21.3 m)
Deck Width49.9 ft (15.2 m)
Deck Area3243.7 sq m
Main Spans10
Year Built1971

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic5,400 (2023)
Truck Traffic8%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last InspectionDecember 2024
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is possibly eligible (requires evaluation)
Structure Number130290014404050

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