US Bridges

Guadalupe River RD over Mays Creek

Good

Guadalupe County, Texas · 0.1 MI W of Elm · Structure no. 150950F00510001

Built
1983
42 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,864
2020 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Guadalupe River RD over Mays Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Guadalupe River RD over Mays Creek in Guadalupe County, Texas. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 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 2,864 vehicles a day, projected to reach 2,500 by 2030. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesGuadalupe River RD
CrossesMays Creek
Location0.1 MI W of Elm
RouteCity Street 0
StateTexas
Coordinates29.54761, -97.97098
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width37 ft (11.4 m)
Roadway width33 ft (10.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,864 (2020)
Projected traffic2,500 by 2030
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$68,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Guadalupe River RD over Mays Creek built?

It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.

What condition is Guadalupe River RD over Mays 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does Guadalupe River RD over Mays Creek carry?

About 2,864 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is Guadalupe River RD over Mays Creek?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.

Who owns Guadalupe River RD over Mays Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.