US Bridges

SH 130 Ml over Little West Fork

Good

Caldwell County, Texas · 4.25 MI NE of SH 80 · Structure no. 140280358301067

Built
2011
14 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
75 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
34,919
2010 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 130 Ml over Little West Fork is a concrete culvert carrying SH 130 Ml over Little West Fork 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 34,919 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 88,736 by 2030. The structure is 75 ft (22.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesSH 130 Ml
CrossesLittle West Fork
Location4.25 MI NE of SH 80
StateTexas
Coordinates29.82834, -97.74352
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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 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
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans6
Design loadHS 20
Structure length75 ft (22.9 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic34,919 (2010)
Projected traffic88,736 by 2030
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SH 130 Ml over Little West Fork built?

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

What condition is SH 130 Ml over Little West Fork 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 Ml over Little West Fork carry?

About 34,919 vehicles per day (2010 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is SH 130 Ml over Little West Fork?

The structure is 75 ft (22.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns SH 130 Ml over Little West Fork?

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