US Bridges

W Theo Ave (wb) over Drain

Good

Bexar County, Texas · 0.15 MI E of IH 35 · Structure no. 150150B34015004

Built
1950
75 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
55 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
4,580
2020 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

W Theo Ave (wb) over Drain is a concrete culvert carrying W Theo Ave (wb) over Drain in Bexar County, Texas. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 years old, older 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 4,580 vehicles a day, projected to reach 5,000 by 2042. The structure is 55 ft (16.8 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesW Theo Ave (wb)
CrossesDrain
Location0.15 MI E of IH 35
RouteCity Street 8143
StateTexas
Coordinates29.38792, -98.50942
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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 geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length55 ft (16.8 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width46 ft (14.1 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,580 (2020)
Projected traffic5,000 by 2042
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 statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$5,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was W Theo Ave (wb) over Drain built?

It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.

What condition is W Theo Ave (wb) over Drain 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 W Theo Ave (wb) over Drain carry?

About 4,580 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is W Theo Ave (wb) over Drain?

The structure is 55 ft (16.8 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns W Theo Ave (wb) over Drain?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.