US Bridges

E 26th ST over Waller Creek

Fair

Travis County, Texas · 0.65 MI W of IH 35 · Structure no. 142270B00072003

Built
1931
94 years old, rebuilt 1973
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
66 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,535
2020 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

E 26th ST over Waller Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying E 26th ST over Waller Creek in Travis County, Texas. It was built in 1931 and reconstructed in 1973, so it is 94 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 2,535 vehicles a day, projected to reach 34,740 by 2032. The structure is 66 ft (20.1 m) long and 234 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesE 26th ST
CrossesWaller Creek
Location0.65 MI W of IH 35
RouteCity Street 0
CountyTravis County
StateTexas
Coordinates30.28926, -97.73372
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length66 ft (20.1 m)
Longest span30 ft (9.1 m)
Deck width234 ft (71.3 m)
Roadway width99 ft (30.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,535 (2020)
Projected traffic34,740 by 2032
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was E 26th ST over Waller Creek built?

It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1973.

What condition is E 26th ST 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does E 26th ST over Waller Creek carry?

About 2,535 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is E 26th ST over Waller Creek?

The structure is 66 ft (20.1 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 234 ft wide.

Who owns E 26th ST over Waller Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.