US Bridges

Wells Port DR over Wells Branch

Good

Travis County, Texas · 0.40 MI N of Wells Br Pky · Structure no. 142270AA2320001

Built
1985
40 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
37 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,220
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Wells Port DR over Wells Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Wells Port DR over Wells Branch in Travis County, Texas. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 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 2,220 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,588 by 2038. The structure is 37 ft (11.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesWells Port DR
CrossesWells Branch
Location0.40 MI N of Wells Br Pky
RouteCounty Highway 0
StateTexas
Coordinates30.44106, -97.67556
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
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
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
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 length37 ft (11.4 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,220 (2020)
Projected traffic4,588 by 2038
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
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 Wells Port DR over Wells Branch built?

It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.

What condition is Wells Port DR over Wells Branch 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 Wells Port DR over Wells Branch carry?

About 2,220 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Wells Port DR over Wells Branch?

The structure is 37 ft (11.4 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.5 m).

Who owns Wells Port DR over Wells Branch?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.