US Bridges

Monterrey Oak over Cottonwood Crk Trib

Good

Hays County, Texas · 0.4 MI SE of SH 123 · Structure no. 141060B02000004

Built
2020
5 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
36 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
3,124
2019 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Monterrey Oak over Cottonwood Crk Trib is a concrete culvert carrying Monterrey Oak over Cottonwood Crk Trib in Hays County, Texas. It was built in 2020, so it is 5 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 3,124 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,374 by 2039. The structure is 36 ft (10.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesMonterrey Oak
CrossesCottonwood Crk Trib
Location0.4 MI SE of SH 123
RouteCity Street 0
StateTexas
Coordinates29.81781, -97.93978
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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHL 93
Structure length36 ft (10.9 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,124 (2019)
Projected traffic4,374 by 2039
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 Monterrey Oak over Cottonwood Crk Trib built?

It was built in 2020, making it 5 years old in 2025.

What condition is Monterrey Oak over Cottonwood Crk Trib 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does Monterrey Oak over Cottonwood Crk Trib carry?

About 3,124 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Monterrey Oak over Cottonwood Crk Trib?

The structure is 36 ft (10.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.5 m).

Who owns Monterrey Oak over Cottonwood Crk Trib?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.