US Bridges

Classen RD over Elm Waterhole Creek

Fair

Bexar County, Texas · 0.15 MI SE of Bulverde RD · Structure no. 150150B06905001

Built
1967
58 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
29 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
1,874
2020 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Classen RD over Elm Waterhole Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Classen RD over Elm Waterhole Creek in Bexar County, Texas. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 years old, older 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 5 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 1,874 vehicles a day, projected to reach 2,609 by 2031. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesClassen RD
CrossesElm Waterhole Creek
Location0.15 MI SE of Bulverde RD
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyBexar County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.59928, -98.41603
Functional classUrban 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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
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 rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadUnknown
Structure length29 ft (8.8 m)
Longest span5 ft (1.5 m)
Deck width33 ft (10.2 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,874 (2020)
Projected traffic2,609 by 2031
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
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 statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$3,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Classen RD over Elm Waterhole Creek built?

It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.

What condition is Classen RD over Elm Waterhole 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 Classen RD over Elm Waterhole Creek carry?

About 1,874 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is Classen RD over Elm Waterhole Creek?

The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.

Who owns Classen RD over Elm Waterhole Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.