US Bridges

Roland RD over UPRR

FairPosted for load

Bexar County, Texas · 0.15 MI NW of IH 10 · Structure no. 150150B29355001

Built
1935
90 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete
Length
34 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
4,352
2020 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Roland RD over UPRR is a concrete tee beam carrying Roland RD over UPRR in Bexar County, Texas. It was built in 1935, so it is 90 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 4,352 vehicles a day, projected to reach 4,021 by 2039. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long and 51 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesRoland RD
CrossesUPRR
Location0.15 MI NW of IH 10
RouteCity Street 0
CountyBexar County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.40433, -98.44633
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
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
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length34 ft (10.4 m)
Longest span32 ft (9.8 m)
Deck width51 ft (15.4 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,352 (2020)
Projected traffic4,021 by 2039
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
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 statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$155,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Roland RD over UPRR built?

It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025.

What condition is Roland RD over UPRR 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 Roland RD over UPRR carry?

About 4,352 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is Roland RD over UPRR?

The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 32 ft (9.8 m) and a deck 51 ft wide.

Who owns Roland RD over UPRR?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.