W 15th ST over Shoal Creek/Lamar Blvd
GoodTravis County, Texas · 0.20 MI W of West Ave · Structure no. 142270B01684001
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 506 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 16,387
- 2020 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
W 15th ST over Shoal Creek/Lamar Blvd is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying W 15th ST over Shoal Creek/Lamar Blvd in Travis County, Texas. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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 16,387 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 45,860 by 2034. The structure is 506 ft (154.2 m) long and 58 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was W 15th ST over Shoal Creek/Lamar Blvd built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.
What condition is W 15th ST over Shoal Creek/Lamar Blvd 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does W 15th ST over Shoal Creek/Lamar Blvd carry?
About 16,387 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is W 15th ST over Shoal Creek/Lamar Blvd?
The structure is 506 ft (154.2 m) long with a longest span of 75 ft (22.8 m) and a deck 58 ft wide.
Who owns W 15th ST over Shoal Creek/Lamar Blvd?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.