US Bridges

SH 130 NB Ml over SH 21

Good

Caldwell County, Texas · 1.1 MI S of Travis C/L · Structure no. 140280047104108

Built
2011
14 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
400 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
17,179
2010 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 130 NB Ml over SH 21 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 130 NB Ml over SH 21 in Caldwell County, Texas. It was built in 2011, so it is 14 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 17,179 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 43,698 by 2030. The structure is 400 ft (121.9 m) long and 42 ft wide.

CarriesSH 130 NB Ml
CrossesSH 21
Location1.1 MI S of Travis C/L
StateTexas
Coordinates30.02729, -97.6875
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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
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 width42 ft (12.8 m)
Roadway width39 ft (11.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic17,179 (2010)
Projected traffic43,698 by 2030
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a toll road
National Highway SystemYes

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 130 NB Ml over SH 21 built?

It was built in 2011, making it 14 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 130 NB Ml 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 SH 130 NB Ml over SH 21 carry?

About 17,179 vehicles per day (2010 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is SH 130 NB Ml 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 42 ft wide.

Who owns SH 130 NB Ml over SH 21?

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