US Bridges

CR 135 (whisper RD over Plum Creek

Good

Caldwell County, Texas · 0.10 MI NE of US 183 · Structure no. 140280AA0236001

Built
2001
24 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
217 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
57
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

CR 135 (whisper RD over Plum Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying CR 135 (whisper RD over Plum Creek in Caldwell County, Texas. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 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 57 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 57 by 2042. The structure is 217 ft (66.1 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesCR 135 (whisper RD
CrossesPlum Creek
Location0.10 MI NE of US 183
RouteCounty Highway 135
CountyCaldwell County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.65731, -97.60194
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
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 geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length217 ft (66.1 m)
Longest span72 ft (21.9 m)
Deck width26 ft (7.8 m)
Roadway width23 ft (7.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic57 (2020)
Projected traffic57 by 2042
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 135 (whisper RD over Plum Creek built?

It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.

What condition is CR 135 (whisper RD 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does CR 135 (whisper RD over Plum Creek carry?

About 57 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is CR 135 (whisper RD over Plum Creek?

The structure is 217 ft (66.1 m) long with a longest span of 72 ft (21.9 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.

Who owns CR 135 (whisper RD over Plum Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.