US Bridges

SP 298 Sfr over Branch of Waco Creek

Good

McLennan County, Texas · 0.3 MI E of SH 6 · Structure no. 091610005508059

Built
1965
60 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
28 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,215
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SP 298 Sfr over Branch of Waco Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SP 298 Sfr over Branch of Waco Creek in McLennan County, Texas. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 1,215 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,700 by 2037. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesSP 298 Sfr
CrossesBranch of Waco Creek
Location0.3 MI E of SH 6
RouteState Highway 298
CountyMcLennan County
StateTexas
Coordinates31.51503, -97.18572
Functional classUrban 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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 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 rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length28 ft (8.5 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 traffic1,215 (2017)
Projected traffic1,700 by 2037
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
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 proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$400,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SP 298 Sfr over Branch of Waco Creek built?

It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.

What condition is SP 298 Sfr over Branch of Waco 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does SP 298 Sfr over Branch of Waco Creek carry?

About 1,215 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is SP 298 Sfr over Branch of Waco Creek?

The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns SP 298 Sfr over Branch of Waco Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.