US Bridges

Johnny Morris RD over Decker Creek

Good

Travis County, Texas · 1.22 MI SE of US 290 · Structure no. 142270B01930001

Built
1996
29 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
29 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
7,195
2020 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Johnny Morris RD over Decker Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Johnny Morris RD over Decker Creek in Travis County, Texas. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 years old, younger 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 7,195 vehicles a day, projected to reach 6,500 by 2027. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesJohnny Morris RD
CrossesDecker Creek
Location1.22 MI SE of US 290
RouteCounty Highway 0
StateTexas
Coordinates30.31664, -97.63402
Functional classRural 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 length29 ft (8.8 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,195 (2020)
Projected traffic6,500 by 2027
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure4
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 statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Johnny Morris RD over Decker Creek built?

It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.

What condition is Johnny Morris RD over Decker 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 Johnny Morris RD over Decker Creek carry?

About 7,195 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is Johnny Morris RD over Decker Creek?

The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns Johnny Morris RD over Decker Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.