RM 473 over West Sister Creek
GoodKendall County, Texas · 0.02 MI W of FM 1376 · Structure no. 151310014209188
- Built
- 2009
- 16 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Other
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 120 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 713
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
RM 473 over West Sister Creek is a prestressed concrete other carrying RM 473 over West Sister Creek in Kendall County, Texas. It was built in 2009, so it is 16 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 713 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,100 by 2028. The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.3 mi (31 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was RM 473 over West Sister Creek built?
It was built in 2009, making it 16 years old in 2025.
What condition is RM 473 over West Sister 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does RM 473 over West Sister Creek carry?
About 713 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is RM 473 over West Sister Creek?
The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns RM 473 over West Sister Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.