US Bridges

Far West Blvd over Lp 1

Fair

Travis County, Texas · 2.05 MI S of US 183 · Structure no. 142270313601048

Built
1981
44 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
272 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
23,437
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Far West Blvd over Lp 1 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Far West Blvd over Lp 1 in Travis County, Texas. It was built in 1981, so it is 44 years old, younger 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 23,437 vehicles a day, projected to reach 26,952 by 2033. The structure is 272 ft (82.9 m) long and 76 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesFar West Blvd
CrossesLp 1
Location2.05 MI S of US 183
RouteCity Street 0
CountyTravis County
StateTexas
Coordinates30.35175, -97.74896
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
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, cast-in-place
Main spans2 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length272 ft (82.9 m)
Longest span92 ft (28 m)
Deck width76 ft (23.1 m)
Roadway width60 ft (18.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic23,437 (2013)
Projected traffic26,952 by 2033
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byLocal Toll Authority
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Far West Blvd over Lp 1 built?

It was built in 1981, making it 44 years old in 2025.

What condition is Far West Blvd over Lp 1 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does Far West Blvd over Lp 1 carry?

About 23,437 vehicles per day (2013 count).

How long is Far West Blvd over Lp 1?

The structure is 272 ft (82.9 m) long with a longest span of 92 ft (28 m) and a deck 76 ft wide.

Who owns Far West Blvd over Lp 1?

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