US Bridges

FM 3009 over UPRR (west X-Ing)

Good

Comal County, Texas · 1.1 MI NW of Guadalupe Cl · Structure no. 150460310701144

Built
2011
14 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
285 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
18,991
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 3009 over UPRR (west X-Ing) is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 3009 over UPRR (west X-Ing) in Comal 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 18,991 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 28,000 by 2030. The structure is 285 ft (86.9 m) long and 90 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 3009
CrossesUPRR (west X-Ing)
Location1.1 MI NW of Guadalupe Cl
RouteState Highway 3009
CountyComal County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.62114, -98.28937
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being 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 spans1 (+2 approach)
Design loadHL 93
Structure length285 ft (86.9 m)
Longest span124 ft (37.8 m)
Deck width90 ft (27.4 m)
Roadway width59 ft (17.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic18,991 (2020)
Projected traffic28,000 by 2030
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 FM 3009 over UPRR (west X-Ing) built?

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

What condition is FM 3009 over UPRR (west X-Ing) 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 2022.

How much traffic does FM 3009 over UPRR (west X-Ing) carry?

About 18,991 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is FM 3009 over UPRR (west X-Ing)?

The structure is 285 ft (86.9 m) long with a longest span of 124 ft (37.8 m) and a deck 90 ft wide.

Who owns FM 3009 over UPRR (west X-Ing)?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.