US Bridges

RM 385 over Pedernales River

Good

Kimble County, Texas · 0.05 MI N of US 290 · Structure no. 071340082901145

Built
2007
18 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
461
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

RM 385 over Pedernales River is a concrete culvert carrying RM 385 over Pedernales River in Kimble County, Texas. It was built in 2007, so it is 18 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 461 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 660 by 2033. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 49.7 mi (80 km).

CarriesRM 385
CrossesPedernales River
Location0.05 MI N of US 290
RouteState Highway 385
StateTexas
Coordinates30.30133, -99.30683
Functional classRural Minor 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 inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.8 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic461 (2020)
Projected traffic660 by 2033
Trucks19%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed49.7 mi (80 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 RM 385 over Pedernales River built?

It was built in 2007, making it 18 years old in 2025.

What condition is RM 385 over Pedernales 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does RM 385 over Pedernales River carry?

About 461 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.

How long is RM 385 over Pedernales River?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns RM 385 over Pedernales River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.