US Bridges

Applewhite RD over Leon Creek

Good

Bexar County, Texas · 1.1 MI N of Watson RD · Structure no. 150150B01165002

Built
2007
18 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
400 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
9,409
2015 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Applewhite RD over Leon Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Applewhite RD over Leon Creek in Bexar County, Texas. It was built in 2007, so it is 18 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 9,409 vehicles a day, projected to reach 8,000 by 2035. The structure is 400 ft (121.9 m) long and 65 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesApplewhite RD
CrossesLeon Creek
Location1.1 MI N of Watson RD
RouteCity Street 0
CountyBexar County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.28134, -98.54965
Functional classUrban 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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMay 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 geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans2 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length400 ft (121.9 m)
Longest span130 ft (39.6 m)
Deck width65 ft (19.8 m)
Roadway width50 ft (15.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,409 (2015)
Projected traffic8,000 by 2035
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$50,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Applewhite RD over Leon Creek built?

It was built in 2007, making it 18 years old in 2025.

What condition is Applewhite RD over Leon 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does Applewhite RD over Leon Creek carry?

About 9,409 vehicles per day (2015 count).

How long is Applewhite RD over Leon Creek?

The structure is 400 ft (121.9 m) long with a longest span of 130 ft (39.6 m) and a deck 65 ft wide.

Who owns Applewhite RD over Leon Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.