US Bridges

Harry Wurzback RD over Straus Creek

Fair

Bexar County, Texas · 0.05 MI S of IH 410 · Structure no. 150150052104228

Built
1975
50 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
61 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
22,392
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Harry Wurzback RD over Straus Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Harry Wurzback RD over Straus Creek in Bexar County, Texas. It was built in 1975, so it is 50 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 6 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 22,392 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,330 by 2030. The structure is 61 ft (18.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesHarry Wurzback RD
CrossesStraus Creek
Location0.05 MI S of IH 410
RouteInterstate 410
CountyBexar County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.51452, -98.43716
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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionAugust 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
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length61 ft (18.6 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic22,392 (2023)
Projected traffic15,330 by 2030
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-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 Harry Wurzback RD over Straus Creek built?

It was built in 1975, making it 50 years old in 2025.

What condition is Harry Wurzback RD over Straus Creek 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does Harry Wurzback RD over Straus Creek carry?

About 22,392 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Harry Wurzback RD over Straus Creek?

The structure is 61 ft (18.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Harry Wurzback RD over Straus Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.