US Bridges

SH 29 over Mud Creek

Good

Llano County, Texas · 6.0 MI E of SH 16 · Structure no. 141500015004028

Built
1942
83 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
39 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
5,265
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 29 over Mud Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 29 over Mud Creek in Llano County, Texas. It was built in 1942, so it is 83 years old, older 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 5,265 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,288 by 2039. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long.

CarriesSH 29
CrossesMud Creek
Location6.0 MI E of SH 16
RouteState Highway 29
StateTexas
Coordinates30.77844, -98.58112
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length39 ft (11.9 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,265 (2020)
Projected traffic5,288 by 2039
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SH 29 over Mud Creek built?

It was built in 1942, making it 83 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 29 over Mud 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 SH 29 over Mud Creek carry?

About 5,265 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is SH 29 over Mud Creek?

The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns SH 29 over Mud Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.