US Bridges

E Walnut ST over Geronimo Creek

Good

Guadalupe County, Texas · 0.60 MI E of SH 123 · Structure no. 150950F01345001

Built
2001
24 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
240 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,991
2020 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

E Walnut ST over Geronimo Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying E Walnut ST over Geronimo Creek in Guadalupe County, Texas. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 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 1,991 vehicles a day, projected to reach 3,000 by 2030. The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesE Walnut ST
CrossesGeronimo Creek
Location0.60 MI E of SH 123
RouteCity Street 202
CountyGuadalupe County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.57467, -97.93068
Functional classUrban Local

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.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMay 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 adequacy7: Better than present minimum 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 spans1 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length240 ft (73.2 m)
Longest span100 ft (30.5 m)
Deck width32 ft (9.8 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,991 (2020)
Projected traffic3,000 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was E Walnut ST over Geronimo Creek built?

It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.

What condition is E Walnut ST over Geronimo 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 E Walnut ST over Geronimo Creek carry?

About 1,991 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is E Walnut ST over Geronimo Creek?

The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.

Who owns E Walnut ST over Geronimo Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.