US Bridges

Morrow Ave & 31 ST over Waco Crk Tributary

GoodPosted for load

McLennan County, Texas · 0.30 MI NE of 36th ST · Structure no. 091610B04271001

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Arch - Deck
Steel
Length
39 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
983
2020 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Morrow Ave & 31 ST over Waco Crk Tributary is a steel arch - deck carrying Morrow Ave & 31 ST over Waco Crk Tributary in McLennan County, Texas. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 983 vehicles a day, projected to reach 2,500 by 2032. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long and 147 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesMorrow Ave & 31 ST
CrossesWaco Crk Tributary
Location0.30 MI NE of 36th ST
RouteCity Street 0
CountyMcLennan County
StateTexas
Coordinates31.54085, -97.16207
Functional classUrban Local

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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating11 US tons
Inventory rating6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeArch - Deck
MaterialSteel
DeckCorrugated steel
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length39 ft (11.9 m)
Longest span38 ft (11.6 m)
Deck width147 ft (44.9 m)
Roadway width26 ft (8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic983 (2020)
Projected traffic2,500 by 2032
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$208,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Morrow Ave & 31 ST over Waco Crk Tributary built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is Morrow Ave & 31 ST over Waco Crk Tributary 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 2024.

How much traffic does Morrow Ave & 31 ST over Waco Crk Tributary carry?

About 983 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is Morrow Ave & 31 ST over Waco Crk Tributary?

The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 38 ft (11.6 m) and a deck 147 ft wide.

Who owns Morrow Ave & 31 ST over Waco Crk Tributary?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.