How to reach: To reach the tidal bench marks from the intersection of State Highway 358 (South Padre Island Drive) and State Highway 286 in Corpus Christi, proceed SE on State Highway 358 for 16 km (10 mi) to a 'Y' intersection, then turn to the right at the 'Y' on Park Road 22, proceed SE for 6.9 km (4.3 mi) across the Intracoastal Waterway on the John F. Kennedy (JFK) Causeway, then turn right under the bridge on to the north access road to Coastway Bait & Tackle Shop. The bench marks are located under the JFK Causeway and near Coastway Bait & Tackle Shop. The tide gauge was located on the east side of the Coastway Bait & Tackle Shop, adjacent to boat ramp.