US Bridges

Springdale RD over Fort View Branch Creek

Fair

Travis County, Texas · 0.3 MI S of 51st ST · Structure no. 142270B01388001

Built
1976
49 years old, rebuilt 1979
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
34 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
9,220
2010 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Springdale RD over Fort View Branch Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Springdale RD over Fort View Branch Creek in Travis County, Texas. It was built in 1976 and reconstructed in 1979, so it is 49 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 9,220 vehicles a day, projected to reach 11,060 by 2032. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesSpringdale RD
CrossesFort View Branch Creek
Location0.3 MI S of 51st ST
RouteCity Street 0
CountyTravis County
StateTexas
Coordinates30.29092, -97.6794
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; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation5: 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 rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length34 ft (10.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,220 (2010)
Projected traffic11,060 by 2032
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure3
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 proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$4,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Springdale RD over Fort View Branch Creek built?

It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1979.

What condition is Springdale RD over Fort View Branch 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 Springdale RD over Fort View Branch Creek carry?

About 9,220 vehicles per day (2010 count).

How long is Springdale RD over Fort View Branch Creek?

The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Springdale RD over Fort View Branch Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.