US Bridges

Pierce ST over Eagle Pass Creek

Good

Maverick County, Texas · 0.2 MI N of FM 1021 · Structure no. 221590B00510002

Built
1983
42 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
80 ft
7 main spans
Daily traffic
4,700
2010 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Pierce ST over Eagle Pass Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Pierce ST over Eagle Pass Creek in Maverick County, Texas. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 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 4,700 vehicles a day, projected to reach 9,900 by 2028. The structure is 80 ft (24.4 m) long and 53 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesPierce ST
CrossesEagle Pass Creek
Location0.2 MI N of FM 1021
RouteCity Street 0
StateTexas
Coordinates28.70589, -100.49789
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
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
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans7
Design loadUnknown
Structure length80 ft (24.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width53 ft (16.2 m)
Roadway width35 ft (10.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,700 (2010)
Projected traffic9,900 by 2028
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
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 Pierce ST over Eagle Pass Creek built?

It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pierce ST over Eagle Pass 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does Pierce ST over Eagle Pass Creek carry?

About 4,700 vehicles per day (2010 count).

How long is Pierce ST over Eagle Pass Creek?

The structure is 80 ft (24.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 53 ft wide.

Who owns Pierce ST over Eagle Pass Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.