US Bridges

Veterans DR over Johnson Creek

Fair

Travis County, Texas · Lady Bird Lake Intchng · Structure no. 142270313601039

Built
1975
50 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
53 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
16,909
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Veterans DR over Johnson Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Veterans DR over Johnson Creek in Travis County, Texas. It was built in 1975, so it is 50 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 16,909 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 94,120 by 2033. The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesVeterans DR
CrossesJohnson Creek
LocationLady Bird Lake Intchng
RouteState Highway 1
CountyTravis County
StateTexas
Coordinates30.2751, -97.77082
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: 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 rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length53 ft (16.2 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deck30 ft (9 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic16,909 (2015)
Projected traffic94,120 by 2033
Trucks3%
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

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byLocal Toll Authority
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$66,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Veterans DR over Johnson Creek built?

It was built in 1975, making it 50 years old in 2025.

What condition is Veterans DR over Johnson Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in July 2023.

How much traffic does Veterans DR over Johnson Creek carry?

About 16,909 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Veterans DR over Johnson Creek?

The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Veterans DR over Johnson Creek?

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