US Bridges

Berkman DR over Tannehill Branch

Fair

Travis County, Texas · 0.1 MI N of 51st ST · Structure no. 142270B00251013

Built
1964
61 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
45 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
11,307
2020 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Berkman DR over Tannehill Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Berkman DR over Tannehill Branch in Travis County, Texas. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 11,307 vehicles a day, projected to reach 14,310 by 2032. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long and 60 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesBerkman DR
CrossesTannehill Branch
Location0.1 MI N of 51st ST
RouteCity Street 0
CountyTravis County
StateTexas
Coordinates30.30512, -97.69816
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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum 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 typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length45 ft (13.7 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width60 ft (18.3 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11,307 (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 Tannehill Branch built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.

What condition is Berkman DR over Tannehill Branch 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 Berkman DR over Tannehill Branch carry?

About 11,307 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is Berkman DR over Tannehill Branch?

The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m) and a deck 60 ft wide.

Who owns Berkman DR over Tannehill Branch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.