US Bridges

Littig RD over Branch of Elm Creek

FairClosed to traffic

Travis County, Texas · 1.8 MI E of Ballerstedt · Structure no. 142270AA1558006

Built
1934
91 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
34 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
712
2018 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Littig RD over Branch of Elm Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Littig RD over Branch of Elm Creek in Travis County, Texas. It was built in 1934, so it is 91 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 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: closed to all traffic.

It carries about 712 vehicles a day, projected to reach 800 by 2027. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long and 21 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesLittig RD
CrossesBranch of Elm Creek
Location1.8 MI E of Ballerstedt
RouteCounty Highway 161
CountyTravis County
StateTexas
Coordinates30.31914, -97.43909
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.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusClosed to all traffic
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation0: Immediate repair necessary to put back in service
Deck geometry0: Immediate repair necessary to put back in service
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating0 US tons
Inventory rating0 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length34 ft (10.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width21 ft (6.4 m)
Roadway width18 ft (5.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic712 (2018)
Projected traffic800 by 2027
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 Littig RD over Branch of Elm Creek built?

It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025.

What condition is Littig RD over Branch of Elm 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does Littig RD over Branch of Elm Creek carry?

About 712 vehicles per day (2018 count).

How long is Littig RD over Branch of Elm Creek?

The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 21 ft wide.

Who owns Littig RD over Branch of Elm Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.