US Bridges

Bulverde RD over Elm Waterhole Creek

Good

Bexar County, Texas · 1.00 MI E of US 281 · Structure no. 150150AA0432003

Built
1990
35 years old, rebuilt 2015
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
155 ft
10 main spans
Daily traffic
13,231
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Bulverde RD over Elm Waterhole Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Bulverde RD over Elm Waterhole Creek in Bexar County, Texas. It was built in 1990 and reconstructed in 2015, so it is 35 years old, younger 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 13,231 vehicles a day, projected to reach 5,990 by 2030. The structure is 155 ft (47.2 m) long and 70 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesBulverde RD
CrossesElm Waterhole Creek
Location1.00 MI E of US 281
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyBexar County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.68464, -98.4428
Functional classRural Local

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 inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans10
Design loadUnknown
Structure length155 ft (47.2 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width70 ft (21.4 m)
Roadway width57 ft (17.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic13,231 (2020)
Projected traffic5,990 by 2030
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Bulverde RD over Elm Waterhole Creek built?

It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2015.

What condition is Bulverde RD over Elm Waterhole 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 2023.

How much traffic does Bulverde RD over Elm Waterhole Creek carry?

About 13,231 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is Bulverde RD over Elm Waterhole Creek?

The structure is 155 ft (47.2 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 70 ft wide.

Who owns Bulverde RD over Elm Waterhole Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.