US Bridges

Lp 1604 EB over Bulverde RD

Fair

Bexar County, Texas · 3.1 MI E of US 281 · Structure no. 150150245203116

Built
1992
33 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
255 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
47,512
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Lp 1604 EB over Bulverde RD is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Lp 1604 EB over Bulverde RD in Bexar County, Texas. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 years old, younger 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 47,512 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 52,720 by 2033. The structure is 255 ft (77.7 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesLp 1604 EB
CrossesBulverde RD
Location3.1 MI E of US 281
RouteState Highway 1604
CountyBexar County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.60067, -98.41833
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans2 (+1 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length255 ft (77.7 m)
Longest span100 ft (30.5 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.2 m)
Roadway width37 ft (11.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic47,512 (2017)
Projected traffic52,720 by 2033
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
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 statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Lp 1604 EB over Bulverde RD built?

It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.

What condition is Lp 1604 EB over Bulverde RD 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 2022.

How much traffic does Lp 1604 EB over Bulverde RD carry?

About 47,512 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is Lp 1604 EB over Bulverde RD?

The structure is 255 ft (77.7 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns Lp 1604 EB over Bulverde RD?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.