US Bridges

Binz-Engelman RD over Salado Creek

Good

Bexar County, Texas · 0.1 MI East of Schofield · Structure no. AFTXJBSF00001

Built
2013
12 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
602 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
5,000
2014 count
Owner
Federal
Air Force

About this bridge

Binz-Engelman RD over Salado Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Binz-Engelman RD over Salado Creek in Bexar County, Texas. It was built in 2013, so it is 12 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 5,000 vehicles a day, projected to reach 6,000 by 2034. The structure is 602 ft (183.5 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

Open in Google Maps
CarriesBinz-Engelman RD
CrossesSalado Creek
Location0.1 MI East of Schofield
RouteFederal Lands Road 0
CountyBexar County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.456, -98.43381
Functional classRural Local

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating40 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans6
Design loadH 20
Structure length602 ft (183.5 m)
Longest span100 ft (30.5 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.3 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,000 (2014)
Projected traffic6,000 by 2034
Trucks—
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerAir Force
Maintained byAir Force
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$450,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Binz-Engelman RD over Salado Creek built?

It was built in 2013, making it 12 years old in 2025.

What condition is Binz-Engelman RD over Salado 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does Binz-Engelman RD over Salado Creek carry?

About 5,000 vehicles per day (2014 count).

How long is Binz-Engelman RD over Salado Creek?

The structure is 602 ft (183.5 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns Binz-Engelman RD over Salado Creek?

It is owned by the Air Force.