US Bridges

Plum Creek T/A over SH 130 Ml

Good

Caldwell County, Texas · 1.5 MI S of FM 1185 · Structure no. 140280358301046

Built
2011
14 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
380 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,025
2010 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Plum Creek T/A over SH 130 Ml is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Plum Creek T/A over SH 130 Ml 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 1,025 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,685 by 2030. The structure is 380 ft (115.8 m) long and 52 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesPlum Creek T/A
CrossesSH 130 Ml
Location1.5 MI S of FM 1185
RouteState Highway 130
StateTexas
Coordinates29.93, -97.67559
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 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 (+2 approach)
Design loadHL 93
Structure length380 ft (115.8 m)
Longest span130 ft (39.6 m)
Deck width52 ft (15.9 m)
Roadway width45 ft (13.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,025 (2010)
Projected traffic2,685 by 2030
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Plum Creek T/A over SH 130 Ml built?

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

What condition is Plum Creek T/A 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 Plum Creek T/A over SH 130 Ml carry?

About 1,025 vehicles per day (2010 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is Plum Creek T/A over SH 130 Ml?

The structure is 380 ft (115.8 m) long with a longest span of 130 ft (39.6 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.

Who owns Plum Creek T/A over SH 130 Ml?

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