Sp 242 over Atascosa River

Fair Condition96 years old7,587 vehicles/day

Location

StateTexas
CountyAtascosa
Location0.20 Mi W Of US 281
CarriesSp 242
CrossesAtascosa River
Coordinates28.97199, -98.48182

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical5 — Stable for scour

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length253.0 ft (77.1 m)
Max Span40.0 ft (12.2 m)
Deck Width52.2 ft (15.9 m)
Deck Area1225.9 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1930 (reconstructed 1984)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic7,587 (2023)
Truck Traffic12%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection524
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is possibly eligible (requires evaluation)
Structure Number150070032810036

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