SH 72 over Frio River

Fair Condition79 years old5,909 vehicles/day

Location

StateTexas
CountyLive Oak
Location0.5 Mi W Of US 281
CarriesSH 72
CrossesFrio River
Coordinates28.46233, -98.18988

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical5 — Stable for scour

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length472.1 ft (143.9 m)
Max Span89.9 ft (27.4 m)
Deck Width45.9 ft (14 m)
Deck Area2014.6 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1947 (reconstructed 1985)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic5,909 (2024)
Truck Traffic31%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection224
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is possibly eligible (requires evaluation)
Structure Number161490048304023

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