Medio Creek Bridge
Built in 1897 by the New Jersey Iron and Steel Company, this bridge has served as one of the major crossings on the road from Beeville to San Antonio. Funding for the bridge was acquired from the sale of bonds from Bee County's permanent school fund. Construction costs totaled $3,990. The steel Pratt through truss bridge, with a wooden deck and approaches, rests on riveted-steel caissons, or piers. It has survived numerous floods. The top of the bridge was restored in 1923, and a new floor was constructed in 1947. The bridge remained in service for vehicular traffic until 1987. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1987
28.5299° N, 97.7939° W
The Texas Historical Commission lists this marker as missing. The inscription above is from its records.
Where to Find It
Main St. (CR 104) at intersection with CR 101 over Medio Creek, 0.7 mi. W of US 181. Marker reported missing Oct. 2009.
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