US Bridges

S Acme RD over US 90

Fair

Bexar County, Texas · 2.5 MI E of Loop 13 · Structure no. 150150002408134

Built
1968
57 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
242 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
5,714
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

S Acme RD over US 90 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying S Acme RD over US 90 in Bexar County, Texas. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 5,714 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,571 by 2042. The structure is 242 ft (73.8 m) long and 76 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesS Acme RD
CrossesUS 90
Location2.5 MI E of Loop 13
RouteCity Street 0
CountyBexar County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.40771, -98.58776
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating53 US tons
Inventory rating31 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadH 20
Structure length242 ft (73.8 m)
Longest span70 ft (21.3 m)
Deck width76 ft (23.2 m)
Roadway width52 ft (15.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deck18 ft (5.4 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,714 (2020)
Projected traffic8,571 by 2042
Trucks20%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$31,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was S Acme RD over US 90 built?

It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.

What condition is S Acme RD over US 90 in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in May 2024.

How much traffic does S Acme RD over US 90 carry?

About 5,714 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.

How long is S Acme RD over US 90?

The structure is 242 ft (73.8 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 76 ft wide.

Who owns S Acme RD over US 90?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.