Lp 163 over Blanco River
GoodBlanco County, Texas · 0.2 MI E of US 281 · Structure no. 140160025307086
- Built
- 2002
- 23 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 260 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,911
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Lp 163 over Blanco River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Lp 163 over Blanco River in Blanco County, Texas. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 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 2,911 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 110 by 2033. The structure is 260 ft (79.2 m) long and 52 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Lp 163 over Blanco River built?
It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.
What condition is Lp 163 over Blanco River 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does Lp 163 over Blanco River carry?
About 2,911 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is Lp 163 over Blanco River?
The structure is 260 ft (79.2 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.8 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.
Who owns Lp 163 over Blanco River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.