US Bridges

CR 224 (holz Rd) over Elm Creek Branch

Good

Caldwell County, Texas · 0.25 MI S of SH 21 · Structure no. 140280AA0112501

Built
2024
1 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
85 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
46
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

CR 224 (holz Rd) over Elm Creek Branch is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying CR 224 (holz Rd) over Elm Creek Branch in Caldwell County, Texas. It was built in 2024, so it is 1 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 46 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 57 by 2042. The structure is 85 ft (25.9 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesCR 224 (holz Rd)
CrossesElm Creek Branch
Location0.25 MI S of SH 21
RouteCounty Highway 224
StateTexas
Coordinates30.0012, -97.73356
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Superstructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to 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

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length85 ft (25.9 m)
Longest span85 ft (25.9 m)
Deck width26 ft (7.9 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic46 (2020)
Projected traffic57 by 2042
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
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 CR 224 (holz Rd) over Elm Creek Branch built?

It was built in 2024, making it 1 years old in 2025.

What condition is CR 224 (holz Rd) over Elm Creek Branch 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does CR 224 (holz Rd) over Elm Creek Branch carry?

About 46 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is CR 224 (holz Rd) over Elm Creek Branch?

The structure is 85 ft (25.9 m) long with a longest span of 85 ft (25.9 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.

Who owns CR 224 (holz Rd) over Elm Creek Branch?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.