US Bridges

Lp 534 over Guadalupe River

Good

Kerr County, Texas · 0.27 MI NE of SH 173 · Structure no. 151330336201002

Built
1982
43 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
815 ft
7 main spans
Daily traffic
10,676
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Lp 534 over Guadalupe River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Lp 534 over Guadalupe River in Kerr County, Texas. It was built in 1982, so it is 43 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 10,676 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,720 by 2033. The structure is 815 ft (248.4 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesLp 534
CrossesGuadalupe River
Location0.27 MI NE of SH 173
RouteState Highway 534
StateTexas
Coordinates30.01424, -99.12111
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
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 adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75 US tons
Inventory rating33 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans7
Design loadHS 20
Structure length815 ft (248.4 m)
Longest span125 ft (38.1 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.8 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,676 (2023)
Projected traffic12,720 by 2033
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 Lp 534 over Guadalupe River built?

It was built in 1982, making it 43 years old in 2025.

What condition is Lp 534 over Guadalupe River 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does Lp 534 over Guadalupe River carry?

About 10,676 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is Lp 534 over Guadalupe River?

The structure is 815 ft (248.4 m) long with a longest span of 125 ft (38.1 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns Lp 534 over Guadalupe River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.