US Bridges

Scenic Loop DR over Helotes Creek

Fair

Bexar County, Texas · 1.85 MI N of SH 16 · Structure no. 150150AA1230005

Built
1990
35 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
108 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
4,268
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Scenic Loop DR over Helotes Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Scenic Loop DR over Helotes 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 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 4,268 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,000 by 2027. The structure is 108 ft (32.9 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesScenic Loop DR
CrossesHelotes Creek
Location1.85 MI N of SH 16
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyBexar County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.6059, -98.68643
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length108 ft (32.9 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width38 ft (11.6 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,268 (2020)
Projected traffic1,000 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 Scenic Loop DR over Helotes Creek built?

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

What condition is Scenic Loop DR over Helotes Creek 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does Scenic Loop DR over Helotes Creek carry?

About 4,268 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is Scenic Loop DR over Helotes Creek?

The structure is 108 ft (32.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.

Who owns Scenic Loop DR over Helotes Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.