US Bridges

Lp 1604 over Tributary of Leon Creek

Good

Bexar County, Texas · 0.9 MI W of IH 10 · Structure no. 150150245202014

Built
1961
64 years old, rebuilt 1992
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
58 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
97,772
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Lp 1604 over Tributary of Leon Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Lp 1604 over Tributary of Leon Creek in Bexar County, Texas. It was built in 1961 and reconstructed in 1992, so it is 64 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 97,772 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 133,700 by 2033. The structure is 58 ft (17.7 m) long.

Location

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CarriesLp 1604
CrossesTributary of Leon Creek
Location0.9 MI W of IH 10
RouteState Highway 1604
CountyBexar County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.5893, -98.61221
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans6
Design loadUnknown
Structure length58 ft (17.7 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic97,772 (2020)
Projected traffic133,700 by 2033
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure11
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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 Lp 1604 over Tributary of Leon Creek built?

It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1992.

What condition is Lp 1604 over Tributary of Leon 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does Lp 1604 over Tributary of Leon Creek carry?

About 97,772 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is Lp 1604 over Tributary of Leon Creek?

The structure is 58 ft (17.7 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns Lp 1604 over Tributary of Leon Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.