US Bridges

Ellison DR over Medio Creek

Good

Bexar County, Texas · 1.10 MI E of Ash Field DR · Structure no. 150150AA1540001

Built
2001
24 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
375 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
9,231
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ellison DR over Medio Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ellison DR over Medio Creek in Bexar County, Texas. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 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 9,231 vehicles a day, projected to reach 10,000 by 2027. The structure is 375 ft (114.3 m) long and 55 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesEllison DR
CrossesMedio Creek
Location1.10 MI E of Ash Field DR
RouteCounty Highway 0
StateTexas
Coordinates29.40627, -98.67907
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length375 ft (114.3 m)
Longest span75 ft (22.9 m)
Deck width55 ft (16.9 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,231 (2020)
Projected traffic10,000 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 Ellison DR over Medio Creek built?

It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ellison DR over Medio 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 Ellison DR over Medio Creek carry?

About 9,231 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is Ellison DR over Medio Creek?

The structure is 375 ft (114.3 m) long with a longest span of 75 ft (22.9 m) and a deck 55 ft wide.

Who owns Ellison DR over Medio Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.