Old SH 48 over Union Carbide Channel

Fair Condition47 years old500 vehicles/day

Location

StateTexas
CountyCameron
Location2.70 Mi NE Of FM 511
CarriesOld SH 48
CrossesUnion Carbide Channel
Coordinates25.96417, -97.37513

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical5 — Stable for scour

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DesignBox Beam - Multiple
Total Length150.9 ft (46 m)
Max Span48.6 ft (14.8 m)
Deck Width44.9 ft (13.7 m)
Deck Area630.2 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1979

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic500 (2010)
Truck Traffic3%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection324
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerOther Local Agencies
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number210310AN8139005

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