US Bridges

Evans RD WB over East Elm Creek

Good

Bexar County, Texas · 0.40 MI W of Caliza DR · Structure no. 150150B11478001

Built
1987
38 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
31 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
9,570
2011 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Evans RD WB over East Elm Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Evans RD WB over East Elm Creek in Bexar County, Texas. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 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 9,570 vehicles a day, projected to reach 10 by 2031. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesEvans RD WB
CrossesEast Elm Creek
Location0.40 MI W of Caliza DR
RouteCity Street 0
StateTexas
Coordinates29.64535, -98.43599
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
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
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length31 ft (9.4 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width41 ft (12.6 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,570 (2011)
Projected traffic10 by 2031
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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$67,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Evans RD WB over East Elm Creek built?

It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.

What condition is Evans RD WB over East 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 Evans RD WB over East Elm Creek carry?

About 9,570 vehicles per day (2011 count).

How long is Evans RD WB over East Elm Creek?

The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.

Who owns Evans RD WB over East Elm Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.