US Bridges

Lp 1 NB to 1st ST over Veterans Dr/Johnson Crk

Good

Travis County, Texas · Lady Bird Lake Intchng · Structure no. 142270313601019

Built
1973
52 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
724 ft
9 main spans
Daily traffic
12,270
2016 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Lp 1 NB to 1st ST over Veterans Dr/Johnson Crk is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Lp 1 NB to 1st ST over Veterans Dr/Johnson Crk in Travis County, Texas. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 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.

It carries about 12,270 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,170 by 2036. The structure is 724 ft (220.7 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesLp 1 NB to 1st ST
CrossesVeterans Dr/Johnson Crk
LocationLady Bird Lake Intchng
RouteState Highway 1
CountyTravis County
StateTexas
Coordinates30.2749, -97.77015
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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75 US tons
Inventory rating38 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans9
Design loadHS 20
Structure length724 ft (220.7 m)
Longest span86 ft (26.2 m)
Deck width32 ft (9.7 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,270 (2016)
Projected traffic17,170 by 2036
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesOverpass structure at an interchange
CrossesHighway and waterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byLocal Toll Authority
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Lp 1 NB to 1st ST over Veterans Dr/Johnson Crk built?

It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.

What condition is Lp 1 NB to 1st ST over Veterans Dr/Johnson 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does Lp 1 NB to 1st ST over Veterans Dr/Johnson Crk carry?

About 12,270 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is Lp 1 NB to 1st ST over Veterans Dr/Johnson Crk?

The structure is 724 ft (220.7 m) long with a longest span of 86 ft (26.2 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.

Who owns Lp 1 NB to 1st ST over Veterans Dr/Johnson Crk?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency and maintained by the Local Toll Authority.