US Bridges

Deer Cross LN over Mustang Creek

Good

Bexar County, Texas · 0.50 MI N of W Oak Estate · Structure no. 150150AA0477001

Built
1990
35 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
84 ft
10 main spans
Daily traffic
2,500
2010 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Deer Cross LN over Mustang Creek is a steel culvert carrying Deer Cross LN over Mustang Creek in Bexar County, Texas. It was built in 1990, 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 2,500 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,500 by 2027. The structure is 84 ft (25.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesDeer Cross LN
CrossesMustang Creek
Location0.50 MI N of W Oak Estate
RouteCounty Highway 0
StateTexas
Coordinates29.68338, -98.49526
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 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 adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating41 US tons
Inventory rating24 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans10
Design loadHS 20
Structure length84 ft (25.6 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,500 (2010)
Projected traffic1,500 by 2027
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
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 Deer Cross LN over Mustang Creek built?

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

What condition is Deer Cross LN over Mustang 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 Deer Cross LN over Mustang Creek carry?

About 2,500 vehicles per day (2010 count).

How long is Deer Cross LN over Mustang Creek?

The structure is 84 ft (25.6 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).

Who owns Deer Cross LN over Mustang Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.