US Bridges

Mockingbird Lane over North Cow Creek

FairPosted for load

McLennan County, Texas · 1.90 MI S of FM 2113 · Structure no. 091610AA0219001

Built
1972
53 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Other
Prestressed Concrete
Length
60 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
923
2022 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Mockingbird Lane over North Cow Creek is a prestressed concrete other carrying Mockingbird Lane over North Cow Creek in McLennan County, Texas. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 923 vehicles a day, projected to reach 85 by 2036. The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesMockingbird Lane
CrossesNorth Cow Creek
Location1.90 MI S of FM 2113
RouteCounty Highway 131
CountyMcLennan County
StateTexas
Coordinates31.3894, -97.25826
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating23 US tons

Structure

Structure typeOther
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length60 ft (18.3 m)
Longest span30 ft (9.1 m)
Deck width24 ft (7.3 m)
Roadway width23 ft (7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic923 (2022)
Projected traffic85 by 2036
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$313,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Mockingbird Lane over North Cow Creek built?

It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.

What condition is Mockingbird Lane over North Cow Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in March 2024.

How much traffic does Mockingbird Lane over North Cow Creek carry?

About 923 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is Mockingbird Lane over North Cow Creek?

The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.

Who owns Mockingbird Lane over North Cow Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.