US Bridges

SH 45SE Wbml over Tributary of Rinard Crk

Good

Travis County, Texas · 0.64 MI E of IH 35 · Structure no. 142270120005040

Built
2008
17 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
230 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
5,000
2010 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 45SE Wbml over Tributary of Rinard Crk is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 45SE Wbml over Tributary of Rinard Crk in Travis County, Texas. It was built in 2008, so it is 17 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 5,000 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,899 by 2030. The structure is 230 ft (70.1 m) long and 54 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesSH 45SE Wbml
CrossesTributary of Rinard Crk
Location0.64 MI E of IH 35
CountyTravis County
StateTexas
Coordinates30.11082, -97.79508
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans2
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length230 ft (70.1 m)
Longest span115 ft (35.1 m)
Deck width54 ft (16.5 m)
Roadway width52 ft (15.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,000 (2010)
Projected traffic7,899 by 2030
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a toll road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 SH 45SE Wbml over Tributary of Rinard Crk built?

It was built in 2008, making it 17 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 45SE Wbml over Tributary of Rinard Crk 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 SH 45SE Wbml over Tributary of Rinard Crk carry?

About 5,000 vehicles per day (2010 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is SH 45SE Wbml over Tributary of Rinard Crk?

The structure is 230 ft (70.1 m) long with a longest span of 115 ft (35.1 m) and a deck 54 ft wide.

Who owns SH 45SE Wbml over Tributary of Rinard Crk?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.