US Bridges

US 181 NB over Calaveras Creek

Good

Bexar County, Texas · 0.90 MI SE of Loop 1604 · Structure no. 150150010002050

Built
1937
88 years old, rebuilt 1992
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
350 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
10,826
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 181 NB over Calaveras Creek is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 181 NB over Calaveras Creek in Bexar County, Texas. It was built in 1937 and reconstructed in 1992, so it is 88 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 10,826 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,710 by 2033. The structure is 350 ft (106.7 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 181 NB
CrossesCalaveras Creek
Location0.90 MI SE of Loop 1604
RouteU.S. Route 181
StateTexas
Coordinates29.26062, -98.29284
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating43 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3 (+3 approach)
Design loadH 15
Structure length350 ft (106.7 m)
Longest span90 ft (27.4 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.9 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,826 (2020)
Projected traffic13,710 by 2033
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 181 NB over Calaveras Creek built?

It was built in 1937, making it 88 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1992.

What condition is US 181 NB over Calaveras Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in July 2024.

How much traffic does US 181 NB over Calaveras Creek carry?

About 10,826 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is US 181 NB over Calaveras Creek?

The structure is 350 ft (106.7 m) long with a longest span of 90 ft (27.4 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns US 181 NB over Calaveras Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.