US Bridges

Henderson Pass over Lorence Creek

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Bexar County, Texas · 0.8 MI S of Thousand Oaks · Structure no. 150150B15830001

Built
2007
18 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Other
Prestressed Concrete
Length
352 ft
8 main spans
Daily traffic
5,515
2020 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Henderson Pass over Lorence Creek is a prestressed concrete other carrying Henderson Pass over Lorence 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 5,515 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,500 by 2031. The structure is 352 ft (107.3 m) long and 68 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesHenderson Pass
CrossesLorence Creek
Location0.8 MI S of Thousand Oaks
RouteCity Street 0
CountyBexar County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.57624, -98.46083
Functional classUrban Collector

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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeOther
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans8
Design loadHS 20
Structure length352 ft (107.3 m)
Longest span44 ft (13.4 m)
Deck width68 ft (20.7 m)
Roadway width52 ft (15.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,515 (2020)
Projected traffic1,500 by 2031
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure4
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 Henderson Pass over Lorence Creek built?

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

What condition is Henderson Pass over Lorence 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 Henderson Pass over Lorence Creek carry?

About 5,515 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is Henderson Pass over Lorence Creek?

The structure is 352 ft (107.3 m) long with a longest span of 44 ft (13.4 m) and a deck 68 ft wide.

Who owns Henderson Pass over Lorence Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.