SH 72 over San Antonio River

Fair Condition96 years old4,491 vehicles/day

Location

StateTexas
CountyKarnes
Location3.0 Mi SW Of FM 81
CarriesSH 72
CrossesSan Antonio River
Coordinates28.84868, -97.73699

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical5 — Stable for scour

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length528.9 ft (161.2 m)
Max Span71.9 ft (21.9 m)
Deck Width50.5 ft (15.4 m)
Deck Area2482.5 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1930 (reconstructed 1988)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic4,491 (2022)
Truck Traffic27%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection624
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is possibly eligible (requires evaluation)
Structure Number161290027003014

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