US Bridges

SH 130 SB FR over Plum Creek

Good

Caldwell County, Texas · 2.0 MI S of FM 1185 · Structure no. 140280358301004

Built
2011
14 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
1,080 ft
9 main spans
Daily traffic
7,920
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 130 SB FR over Plum Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 130 SB FR over Plum Creek 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 7,920 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,704 by 2030. The structure is 1,080 ft (329.2 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesSH 130 SB FR
CrossesPlum Creek
Location2.0 MI S of FM 1185
RouteState Highway 130
StateTexas
Coordinates29.92452, -97.67736
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.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: 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 spans9
Design loadHL 93
Structure length1,080 ft (329.2 m)
Longest span123 ft (37.5 m)
Deck width38 ft (11.6 m)
Roadway width35 ft (10.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,920 (2023)
Projected traffic19,704 by 2030
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free 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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SH 130 SB FR over Plum Creek built?

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

What condition is SH 130 SB FR over Plum Creek 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 SB FR over Plum Creek carry?

About 7,920 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is SH 130 SB FR over Plum Creek?

The structure is 1,080 ft (329.2 m) long with a longest span of 123 ft (37.5 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.

Who owns SH 130 SB FR over Plum Creek?

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