US Bridges

Woodward ST over Blunn Creek Branch

Good

Travis County, Texas · 0.15 MI W of IH 35 · Structure no. 142270B01601011

Built
1976
49 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
12,680
2014 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Woodward ST over Blunn Creek Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Woodward ST over Blunn Creek Branch in Travis County, Texas. It was built in 1976, 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 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 12,680 vehicles a day, projected to reach 15,220 by 2034. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 64 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesWoodward ST
CrossesBlunn Creek Branch
Location0.15 MI W of IH 35
RouteCity Street 0
StateTexas
Coordinates30.22469, -97.74959
Functional classUrban Collector

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 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 spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width64 ft (19.6 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,680 (2014)
Projected traffic15,220 by 2034
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 Woodward ST over Blunn Creek Branch built?

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

What condition is Woodward ST over Blunn Creek 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 Woodward ST over Blunn Creek Branch carry?

About 12,680 vehicles per day (2014 count).

How long is Woodward ST over Blunn Creek Branch?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 64 ft wide.

Who owns Woodward ST over Blunn Creek Branch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.