SH 46 over W Fork Dry Comal Creek
GoodComal County, Texas · 6.25 MI E of US 281 · Structure no. 150460021501010
- Built
- 1938
- 87 years old, rebuilt 2008
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 42 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,396
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 46 over W Fork Dry Comal Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 46 over W Fork Dry Comal Creek in Comal County, Texas. It was built in 1938 and reconstructed in 2008, so it is 87 years old, older 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 9,396 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,840 by 2033. The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long and 53 ft wide.
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 46 over W Fork Dry Comal Creek built?
It was built in 1938, making it 87 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2008.
What condition is SH 46 over W Fork Dry Comal 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does SH 46 over W Fork Dry Comal Creek carry?
About 9,396 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is SH 46 over W Fork Dry Comal Creek?
The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 53 ft wide.
Who owns SH 46 over W Fork Dry Comal Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.