US Bridges

Lund Carlson RD over Branch of Big Dry Creek

Fair

Travis County, Texas · 0.20 MI NW of CO Line RD · Structure no. 142270AA1519006

Built
1929
96 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
34 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
240
2010 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Lund Carlson RD over Branch of Big Dry Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Lund Carlson RD over Branch of Big Dry Creek in Travis County, Texas. It was built in 1929, so it is 96 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 240 vehicles a day, projected to reach 500 by 2032. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesLund Carlson RD
CrossesBranch of Big Dry Creek
Location0.20 MI NW of CO Line RD
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyTravis County
StateTexas
Coordinates30.40075, -97.38475
Functional classRural Local

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 inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
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
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length34 ft (10.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic240 (2010)
Projected traffic500 by 2032
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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$1,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Lund Carlson RD over Branch of Big Dry Creek built?

It was built in 1929, making it 96 years old in 2025.

What condition is Lund Carlson RD over Branch of Big Dry 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does Lund Carlson RD over Branch of Big Dry Creek carry?

About 240 vehicles per day (2010 count).

How long is Lund Carlson RD over Branch of Big Dry Creek?

The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Lund Carlson RD over Branch of Big Dry Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.