US Bridges

Barton Springs RD over W Bouldin Creek

Fair

Travis County, Texas · 1.30 MI E of Lp 1 · Structure no. 142270B00226009

Built
1931
94 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
36 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
25,088
2015 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Barton Springs RD over W Bouldin Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Barton Springs RD over W Bouldin Creek in Travis County, Texas. It was built in 1931, 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 25,088 vehicles a day, projected to reach 26,715 by 2034. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long and 73 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesBarton Springs RD
CrossesW Bouldin Creek
Location1.30 MI E of Lp 1
RouteCity Street 0
CountyTravis County
StateTexas
Coordinates30.26057, -97.7568
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
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 typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length36 ft (11 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width73 ft (22.4 m)
Roadway width59 ft (18 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic25,088 (2015)
Projected traffic26,715 by 2034
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$5,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Barton Springs RD over W Bouldin Creek built?

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

What condition is Barton Springs RD over W Bouldin 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 Barton Springs RD over W Bouldin Creek carry?

About 25,088 vehicles per day (2015 count).

How long is Barton Springs RD over W Bouldin Creek?

The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 73 ft wide.

Who owns Barton Springs RD over W Bouldin Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.