US Bridges

E 26 1/2 ST over W Waller Creek

Good

Travis County, Texas · 0.12 MI E of Speedway · Structure no. 142270B01643001

Built
1929
96 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
40 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,535
2020 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

E 26 1/2 ST over W Waller Creek is a concrete culvert carrying E 26 1/2 ST over W Waller Creek in Travis County, Texas. It was built in 1929, so it is 96 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 2,535 vehicles a day, projected to reach 3,000 by 2032. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesE 26 1/2 ST
CrossesW Waller Creek
Location0.12 MI E of Speedway
RouteCity Street 0
StateTexas
Coordinates30.29038, -97.73486
Functional classUrban Local

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
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
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length40 ft (12.2 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,535 (2020)
Projected traffic3,000 by 2032
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 E 26 1/2 ST over W Waller Creek built?

It was built in 1929, making it 96 years old in 2025.

What condition is E 26 1/2 ST over W Waller Creek 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does E 26 1/2 ST over W Waller Creek carry?

About 2,535 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is E 26 1/2 ST over W Waller Creek?

The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns E 26 1/2 ST over W Waller Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.