US Bridges

Applewhite RD over Comanche Creek

Good

Bexar County, Texas · 0.15 MI E of SH 16 · Structure no. 150150B01165004

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
117 ft
11 main spans
Daily traffic
1,258
2022 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Applewhite RD over Comanche Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Applewhite RD over Comanche 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 1,258 vehicles a day, projected to reach 800 by 2031. The structure is 117 ft (35.7 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

CarriesApplewhite RD
CrossesComanche Creek
Location0.15 MI E of SH 16
RouteCity Street 0
StateTexas
Coordinates29.30892, -98.55283
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to 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 rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans11
Design loadUnknown
Structure length117 ft (35.7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width38 ft (11.6 m)
Roadway width36 ft (10.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,258 (2022)
Projected traffic800 by 2031
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 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 Applewhite RD over Comanche Creek built?

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

What condition is Applewhite RD over Comanche 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 Comanche Creek carry?

About 1,258 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is Applewhite RD over Comanche Creek?

The structure is 117 ft (35.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.

Who owns Applewhite RD over Comanche Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.