SH 21 WB over UP RR
GoodBurleson County, Texas · 1.8 MI SW of Brazos River · Structure no. 170260011603047
- Built
- 1979
- 46 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2022
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 260 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,655
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 21 WB over UP RR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 21 WB over UP RR in Burleson County, Texas. It was built in 1979, so it is 46 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 8,655 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,830 by 2033. The structure is 260 ft (79.2 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
Location
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 21 WB over UP RR built?
It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 21 WB over UP RR 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 August 2022.
How much traffic does SH 21 WB over UP RR carry?
About 8,655 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is SH 21 WB over UP RR?
The structure is 260 ft (79.2 m) long with a longest span of 95 ft (29 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns SH 21 WB over UP RR?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.