US Bridges

Barton Hills DR over Barton Creek Branch

Good

Travis County, Texas · 0.6 MI SW of Robert E Lee · Structure no. 142270B01768001

Built
1976
49 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
112 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,559
2020 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Barton Hills DR over Barton Creek Branch is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Barton Hills DR over Barton 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 2,559 vehicles a day, projected to reach 5,000 by 2034. The structure is 112 ft (34.1 m) long and 58 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesBarton Hills DR
CrossesBarton Creek Branch
Location0.6 MI SW of Robert E Lee
RouteCity Street 0
StateTexas
Coordinates30.25789, -97.78067
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length112 ft (34.1 m)
Longest span55 ft (16.8 m)
Deck width58 ft (17.6 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,559 (2020)
Projected traffic5,000 by 2034
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 Barton Hills DR over Barton Creek Branch built?

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

What condition is Barton Hills DR over Barton 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 Barton Hills DR over Barton Creek Branch carry?

About 2,559 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is Barton Hills DR over Barton Creek Branch?

The structure is 112 ft (34.1 m) long with a longest span of 55 ft (16.8 m) and a deck 58 ft wide.

Who owns Barton Hills DR over Barton Creek Branch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.