US Bridges

Berkman DR over Fort View Branch

Good

Travis County, Texas · 0.55 N of 51st ST · Structure no. 142270B00251012

Built
1960
65 years old, rebuilt 1991
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
47 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
9,630
2020 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Berkman DR over Fort View Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Berkman DR over Fort View Branch in Travis County, Texas. It was built in 1960 and reconstructed in 1991, so it is 65 years old, older 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 9,630 vehicles a day, projected to reach 14,310 by 2032. The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long and 53 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesBerkman DR
CrossesFort View Branch
Location0.55 N of 51st ST
RouteCity Street 0
StateTexas
Coordinates30.31162, -97.69406
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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
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 spans5
Design loadUnknown
Structure length47 ft (14.3 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width53 ft (16.1 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,630 (2020)
Projected traffic14,310 by 2032
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
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 Berkman DR over Fort View Branch built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1991.

What condition is Berkman DR over Fort View 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 Berkman DR over Fort View Branch carry?

About 9,630 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is Berkman DR over Fort View Branch?

The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 53 ft wide.

Who owns Berkman DR over Fort View Branch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.