E 8th ST WB over Waller Creek
FairTravis County, Texas · 0.38 MI E of Congress · Structure no. 142270B00027086
- Built
- 1940
- 85 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 91 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 3,855
- 2023 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
E 8th ST WB over Waller Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying E 8th ST WB over Waller Creek in Travis County, Texas. It was built in 1940, so it is 85 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 3,855 vehicles a day, projected to reach 9,000 by 2030. The structure is 91 ft (27.7 m) long and 72 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was E 8th ST WB over Waller Creek built?
It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025.
What condition is E 8th ST WB over Waller 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 E 8th ST WB over Waller Creek carry?
About 3,855 vehicles per day (2023 count).
How long is E 8th ST WB over Waller Creek?
The structure is 91 ft (27.7 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 72 ft wide.
Who owns E 8th ST WB over Waller Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.