Spicewood Springs over Drain
FairTravis County, Texas · 0.10 MI W of Loop 1 · Structure no. 142270B02253049
- Built
- 1981
- 44 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 51 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 14,477
- 2020 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Spicewood Springs over Drain is a concrete culvert carrying Spicewood Springs over Drain in Travis County, Texas. It was built in 1981, so it is 44 years old, younger than the Texas average of 44.4 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 14,477 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,268 by 2042. The structure is 51 ft (15.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Spicewood Springs over Drain built?
It was built in 1981, making it 44 years old in 2025.
What condition is Spicewood Springs over Drain in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in February 2024.
How much traffic does Spicewood Springs over Drain carry?
About 14,477 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Spicewood Springs over Drain?
The structure is 51 ft (15.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (2.9 m).
Who owns Spicewood Springs over Drain?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.