US Bridges

Texas Central Pkwy over North Flat Creek

Good

McLennan County, Texas · 0.3 MI SW of FM 3476 · Structure no. 091610B06065001

Built
1995
30 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
80 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
5,686
2020 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Texas Central Pkwy over North Flat Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Texas Central Pkwy over North Flat Creek in McLennan County, Texas. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 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 5,686 vehicles a day, projected to reach 750 by 2036. The structure is 80 ft (24.4 m) long and 73 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesTexas Central Pkwy
CrossesNorth Flat Creek
Location0.3 MI SW of FM 3476
RouteCity Street 0
StateTexas
Coordinates31.49031, -97.17253
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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length80 ft (24.4 m)
Longest span80 ft (24.4 m)
Deck width73 ft (22.1 m)
Roadway width66 ft (20.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,686 (2020)
Projected traffic750 by 2036
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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 Texas Central Pkwy over North Flat Creek built?

It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.

What condition is Texas Central Pkwy over North Flat 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 2024.

How much traffic does Texas Central Pkwy over North Flat Creek carry?

About 5,686 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is Texas Central Pkwy over North Flat Creek?

The structure is 80 ft (24.4 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 73 ft wide.

Who owns Texas Central Pkwy over North Flat Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.