SH 35 over Lavaca Bay

Fair Condition65 years old16,610 vehicles/day

Location

StateTexas
CountyCalhoun
LocationAt Port Lavaca N.c.l.
CarriesSH 35
CrossesLavaca Bay
Coordinates28.64920, -96.59949

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length11901.9 ft (3627.7 m)
Max Span100.1 ft (30.5 m)
Deck Width63.3 ft (19.3 m)
Deck Area70014.6 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1961

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic16,610 (2023)
Truck Traffic18%
Lanes On Bridge4

Inspection & Ownership

Last InspectionDecember 2024
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is eligible for the National Register
Structure Number130290017910061

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