US Bridges

Pleasanton RD over Palo Blanco Creek

Good

Bexar County, Texas · 2.00 MI N of Loop 1604 · Structure no. 150150AA0717003

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
78 ft
7 main spans
Daily traffic
2,528
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Pleasanton RD over Palo Blanco Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Pleasanton RD over Palo Blanco Creek in Bexar County, Texas. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 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 2,528 vehicles a day, projected to reach 4,620 by 2027. The structure is 78 ft (23.8 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

Location

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CarriesPleasanton RD
CrossesPalo Blanco Creek
Location2.00 MI N of Loop 1604
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyBexar County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.24303, -98.49867
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 inspectionAugust 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 spans7
Design loadUnknown
Structure length78 ft (23.8 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.7 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,528 (2020)
Projected traffic4,620 by 2027
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 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 proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$23,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Pleasanton RD over Palo Blanco Creek built?

It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pleasanton RD over Palo Blanco 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does Pleasanton RD over Palo Blanco Creek carry?

About 2,528 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is Pleasanton RD over Palo Blanco Creek?

The structure is 78 ft (23.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns Pleasanton RD over Palo Blanco Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.