US Bridges

CR 242 (bylerpool) over SH 130

Good

Guadalupe County, Texas · 3.3 MI SW of Caldwell Cl · Structure no. 150950358302036

Built
2012
13 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
386 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
52
2010 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

CR 242 (bylerpool) over SH 130 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying CR 242 (bylerpool) over SH 130 in Guadalupe County, Texas. It was built in 2012, so it is 13 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 52 vehicles a day, projected to reach 104 by 2030. The structure is 386 ft (117.7 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesCR 242 (bylerpool)
CrossesSH 130
Location3.3 MI SW of Caldwell Cl
RouteCounty Highway 242
CountyGuadalupe County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.74074, -97.85281
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
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionAugust 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry8: Equal to present desirable criteria
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 spans2 (+3 approach)
Design loadHL 93
Structure length386 ft (117.7 m)
Longest span103 ft (31.4 m)
Deck width34 ft (10.4 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic52 (2010)
Projected traffic104 by 2030
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Toll Authority
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 CR 242 (bylerpool) over SH 130 built?

It was built in 2012, making it 13 years old in 2025.

What condition is CR 242 (bylerpool) over SH 130 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 August 2022.

How much traffic does CR 242 (bylerpool) over SH 130 carry?

About 52 vehicles per day (2010 count).

How long is CR 242 (bylerpool) over SH 130?

The structure is 386 ft (117.7 m) long with a longest span of 103 ft (31.4 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.

Who owns CR 242 (bylerpool) over SH 130?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency and maintained by the State Toll Authority.