US Bridges

Encino Rio RD over West Elm Creek

Good

Bexar County, Texas · 0.70 MI E of US 281 · Structure no. 150150B11226001

Built
1990
35 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
71 ft
8 main spans
Daily traffic
11,738
2020 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Encino Rio RD over West Elm Creek is a steel culvert carrying Encino Rio RD over West Elm Creek in Bexar County, Texas. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 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 11,738 vehicles a day, projected to reach 5,000 by 2031. The structure is 71 ft (21.6 m) long and 64 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesEncino Rio RD
CrossesWest Elm Creek
Location0.70 MI E of US 281
RouteCity Street 0
StateTexas
Coordinates29.62961, -98.44872
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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating69 US tons
Inventory rating41 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans8
Design loadUnknown
Structure length71 ft (21.6 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width64 ft (19.5 m)
Roadway width45 ft (13.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11,738 (2020)
Projected traffic5,000 by 2031
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Encino Rio RD over West Elm Creek built?

It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.

What condition is Encino Rio RD over West Elm 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 Encino Rio RD over West Elm Creek carry?

About 11,738 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is Encino Rio RD over West Elm Creek?

The structure is 71 ft (21.6 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 64 ft wide.

Who owns Encino Rio RD over West Elm Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.