US Bridges

Spur 53 over Tributary of Leon Creek

Fair

Bexar County, Texas · 1.20 MI W of IH 10 · Structure no. 150150223002003

Built
1976
49 years old, rebuilt 1984
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
45 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
13,060
2019 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Spur 53 over Tributary of Leon Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Spur 53 over Tributary of Leon Creek in Bexar County, Texas. It was built in 1976 and reconstructed in 1984, so it is 49 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 13,060 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,340 by 2031. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesSpur 53
CrossesTributary of Leon Creek
Location1.20 MI W of IH 10
RouteState Highway 53
CountyBexar County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.57966, -98.61329
Functional classRural 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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
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 adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length45 ft (13.7 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 traffic13,060 (2019)
Projected traffic17,340 by 2031
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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 Spur 53 over Tributary of Leon Creek built?

It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1984.

What condition is Spur 53 over Tributary of Leon 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 2023.

How much traffic does Spur 53 over Tributary of Leon Creek carry?

About 13,060 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Spur 53 over Tributary of Leon Creek?

The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Spur 53 over Tributary of Leon Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.