US Bridges

SH130 NBFR/US183NB over SH 21

Good

Caldwell County, Texas · 1.1 MI S of Travis C/L · Structure no. 140280047104107

Built
2010
15 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
400 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
14,300
2009 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH130 NBFR/US183NB over SH 21 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH130 NBFR/US183NB over SH 21 in Caldwell County, Texas. It was built in 2010, so it is 15 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 14,300 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 27,150 by 2027. The structure is 400 ft (121.9 m) long and 38 ft wide.

CarriesSH130 NBFR/US183NB
CrossesSH 21
Location1.1 MI S of Travis C/L
RouteState Highway 130
StateTexas
Coordinates30.02748, -97.68695
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans4
Design loadHL 93
Structure length400 ft (121.9 m)
Longest span100 ft (30.5 m)
Deck width38 ft (11.6 m)
Roadway width35 ft (10.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,300 (2009)
Projected traffic27,150 by 2027
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
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 SH130 NBFR/US183NB over SH 21 built?

It was built in 2010, making it 15 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH130 NBFR/US183NB over SH 21 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 SH130 NBFR/US183NB over SH 21 carry?

About 14,300 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is SH130 NBFR/US183NB over SH 21?

The structure is 400 ft (121.9 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.

Who owns SH130 NBFR/US183NB over SH 21?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.