US Bridges

Cameron Road over Cottonwood Creek

Good

Travis County, Texas · 2.30 MI E of Weiss Lane · Structure no. 142270AA1494003

Built
1939
86 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
45 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
1,321
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Cameron Road over Cottonwood Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Cameron Road over Cottonwood Creek in Travis County, Texas. It was built in 1939, so it is 86 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 1,321 vehicles a day, projected to reach 2,000 by 2027. The structure is 45 ft (13.6 m) long and 22 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

Location

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CarriesCameron Road
CrossesCottonwood Creek
Location2.30 MI E of Weiss Lane
RouteCounty Highway 237
CountyTravis County
StateTexas
Coordinates30.44071, -97.52142
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
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length45 ft (13.6 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width22 ft (6.6 m)
Roadway width20 ft (6.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,321 (2020)
Projected traffic2,000 by 2027
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$3,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Cameron Road over Cottonwood Creek built?

It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025.

What condition is Cameron Road over Cottonwood 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does Cameron Road over Cottonwood Creek carry?

About 1,321 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is Cameron Road over Cottonwood Creek?

The structure is 45 ft (13.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 22 ft wide.

Who owns Cameron Road over Cottonwood Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.