US Bridges

Cat Spring RD over Little San Bernard R

Good

Colorado County, Texas · 3.32 MI SW of Austin C/L · Structure no. 130450AA0152001

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Concrete
Length
137 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
100
2014 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Cat Spring RD over Little San Bernard R is a concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Cat Spring RD over Little San Bernard R in Colorado County, Texas. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 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 100 vehicles a day, projected to reach 200 by 2034. The structure is 137 ft (41.8 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesCat Spring RD
CrossesLittle San Bernard R
Location3.32 MI SW of Austin C/L
RouteCounty Highway 0
StateTexas
Coordinates29.79576, -96.41296
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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating75 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length137 ft (41.8 m)
Longest span34 ft (10.4 m)
Deck width31 ft (9.4 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic100 (2014)
Projected traffic200 by 2034
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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 Cat Spring RD over Little San Bernard R built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is Cat Spring RD over Little San Bernard R 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does Cat Spring RD over Little San Bernard R carry?

About 100 vehicles per day (2014 count).

How long is Cat Spring RD over Little San Bernard R?

The structure is 137 ft (41.8 m) long with a longest span of 34 ft (10.4 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.

Who owns Cat Spring RD over Little San Bernard R?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.