US Bridges

Redland RD over Elm Creek

Fair

Bexar County, Texas · 0.50 MI W of Bulverde RD · Structure no. 150150B28591001

Built
1980
45 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
44 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
5,107
2020 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Redland RD over Elm Creek is a steel culvert carrying Redland RD over Elm Creek in Bexar County, Texas. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 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 6 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 5,107 vehicles a day, projected to reach 7,500 by 2038. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesRedland RD
CrossesElm Creek
Location0.50 MI W of Bulverde RD
RouteCity Street 0
CountyBexar County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.59117, -98.43232
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.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length44 ft (13.4 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,107 (2020)
Projected traffic7,500 by 2038
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 Redland RD over Elm Creek built?

It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.

What condition is Redland RD over Elm 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does Redland RD over Elm Creek carry?

About 5,107 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is Redland RD over Elm Creek?

The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns Redland RD over Elm Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.