US Bridges

RM 1376 over South Grape Creek

Good

Gillespie County, Texas · 4.6 MI S of US 290 · Structure no. 140870189903005

Built
1995
30 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
320 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
1,716
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

RM 1376 over South Grape Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying RM 1376 over South Grape Creek in Gillespie County, Texas. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 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 1,716 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,040 by 2033. The structure is 320 ft (97.5 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.8 mi (48 km).

CarriesRM 1376
CrossesSouth Grape Creek
Location4.6 MI S of US 290
RouteState Highway 1376
StateTexas
Coordinates30.18081, -98.75533
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length320 ft (97.5 m)
Longest span80 ft (24.4 m)
Deck width32 ft (9.8 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,716 (2020)
Projected traffic2,040 by 2033
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed29.8 mi (48 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 RM 1376 over South Grape Creek built?

It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.

What condition is RM 1376 over South Grape 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does RM 1376 over South Grape Creek carry?

About 1,716 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is RM 1376 over South Grape Creek?

The structure is 320 ft (97.5 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.

Who owns RM 1376 over South Grape Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.