US Bridges

FM 3177(DECKER Ln) over Decker Creek

Good

Travis County, Texas · 2.60 MI S of US 290 · Structure no. 142270327701002

Built
1968
57 years old, rebuilt 1972
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Concrete
Length
91 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,710
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 3177(DECKER Ln) over Decker Creek is a concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 3177(DECKER Ln) over Decker Creek in Travis County, Texas. It was built in 1968 and reconstructed in 1972, so it is 57 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 5,710 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,000 by 2033. The structure is 91 ft (27.7 m) long and 55 ft wide.

CarriesFM 3177(DECKER Ln)
CrossesDecker Creek
Location2.60 MI S of US 290
RouteState Highway 3177
StateTexas
Coordinates30.30384, -97.61988
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 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 evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be 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

MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length91 ft (27.7 m)
Longest span30 ft (9.1 m)
Deck width55 ft (16.7 m)
Roadway width52 ft (15.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,710 (2013)
Projected traffic8,000 by 2033
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 3177(DECKER Ln) over Decker Creek built?

It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1972.

What condition is FM 3177(DECKER Ln) over Decker 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does FM 3177(DECKER Ln) over Decker Creek carry?

About 5,710 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is FM 3177(DECKER Ln) over Decker Creek?

The structure is 91 ft (27.7 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 55 ft wide.

Who owns FM 3177(DECKER Ln) over Decker Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.