Firethorn Path over Ahern Creek
GoodComal County, Texas · 0.15 MI E of Acacia Pkwy · Structure no. 150460AA1018001
- Built
- 2002
- 23 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 50 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 131
- 2020 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Firethorn Path over Ahern Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Firethorn Path over Ahern Creek in Comal County, Texas. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 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 131 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 500 by 2037. The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Firethorn Path over Ahern Creek built?
It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.
What condition is Firethorn Path over Ahern 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does Firethorn Path over Ahern Creek carry?
About 131 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is Firethorn Path over Ahern Creek?
The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns Firethorn Path over Ahern Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.