US Bridges

Abbott RD over Martinez Creek

Good

Bexar County, Texas · 2.40 MI SW of FM 1518 · Structure no. 150150AA5918002

Built
1970
55 years old, rebuilt 2014
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
33 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
595
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Abbott RD over Martinez Creek is a steel culvert carrying Abbott RD over Martinez Creek in Bexar County, Texas. It was built in 1970 and reconstructed in 2014, so it is 55 years old, older 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 595 vehicles a day, projected to reach 600 by 2027. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesAbbott RD
CrossesMartinez Creek
Location2.40 MI SW of FM 1518
RouteCounty Highway 0
StateTexas
Coordinates29.44156, -98.23903
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 inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating42 US tons
Inventory rating25 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length33 ft (10.1 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 traffic595 (2020)
Projected traffic600 by 2027
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Abbott RD over Martinez Creek built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2014.

What condition is Abbott RD over Martinez 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does Abbott RD over Martinez Creek carry?

About 595 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is Abbott RD over Martinez Creek?

The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).

Who owns Abbott RD over Martinez Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.