US Bridges

SH 80 over SH 130 Ml

Good

Caldwell County, Texas · 2.10 MI NW of FM 20 · Structure no. 140280028602127

Built
2012
13 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
492 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
5,242
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 80 over SH 130 Ml is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 80 over SH 130 Ml in Caldwell County, Texas. It was built in 2012, so it is 13 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 5,242 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,550 by 2033. The structure is 492 ft (150 m) long and 70 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

CarriesSH 80
CrossesSH 130 Ml
Location2.10 MI NW of FM 20
RouteState Highway 80
StateTexas
Coordinates29.78414, -97.7878
Functional classRural 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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans2 (+3 approach)
Design loadHL 93
Structure length492 ft (150 m)
Longest span134 ft (40.8 m)
Deck width70 ft (21.3 m)
Roadway width68 ft (20.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,242 (2020)
Projected traffic11,550 by 2033
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Toll Authority
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was SH 80 over SH 130 Ml built?

It was built in 2012, making it 13 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 80 over SH 130 Ml 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does SH 80 over SH 130 Ml carry?

About 5,242 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is SH 80 over SH 130 Ml?

The structure is 492 ft (150 m) long with a longest span of 134 ft (40.8 m) and a deck 70 ft wide.

Who owns SH 80 over SH 130 Ml?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency and maintained by the State Toll Authority.