US Bridges

Howard Lane over UP RR & Haul RD

Good

Travis County, Texas · 1.50 MI W of FM 1325 · Structure no. 142270AA1288004

Built
1994
31 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
376 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
14,709
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Howard Lane over UP RR & Haul RD is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Howard Lane over UP RR & Haul RD in Travis County, Texas. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 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 14,709 vehicles a day, projected to reach 12,035 by 2032. The structure is 376 ft (114.6 m) long and 66 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesHoward Lane
CrossesUP RR & Haul RD
Location1.50 MI W of FM 1325
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyTravis County
StateTexas
Coordinates30.44939, -97.72252
Functional classRural Local

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.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
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 length376 ft (114.6 m)
Longest span112 ft (34.1 m)
Deck width66 ft (20.1 m)
Roadway width53 ft (16.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,709 (2020)
Projected traffic12,035 by 2032
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 Howard Lane over UP RR & Haul RD built?

It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.

What condition is Howard Lane over UP RR & Haul RD 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does Howard Lane over UP RR & Haul RD carry?

About 14,709 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is Howard Lane over UP RR & Haul RD?

The structure is 376 ft (114.6 m) long with a longest span of 112 ft (34.1 m) and a deck 66 ft wide.

Who owns Howard Lane over UP RR & Haul RD?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.