US Bridges

Emerald Forest DR over Williamson Creek

Good

Travis County, Texas · 0.3 MI N of Stassney LN · Structure no. 142270B02822006

Built
1973
52 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Concrete
Length
184 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
1,974
2020 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Emerald Forest DR over Williamson Creek is a concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Emerald Forest DR over Williamson Creek in Travis County, Texas. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 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 1,974 vehicles a day, projected to reach 6,300 by 2030. The structure is 184 ft (56 m) long and 58 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesEmerald Forest DR
CrossesWilliamson Creek
Location0.3 MI N of Stassney LN
RouteCity Street 0
StateTexas
Coordinates30.21473, -97.78618
Functional classUrban Collector

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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans6
Design loadUnknown
Structure length184 ft (56 m)
Longest span30 ft (9.2 m)
Deck width58 ft (17.6 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,974 (2020)
Projected traffic6,300 by 2030
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 Emerald Forest DR over Williamson Creek built?

It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.

What condition is Emerald Forest DR over Williamson 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does Emerald Forest DR over Williamson Creek carry?

About 1,974 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is Emerald Forest DR over Williamson Creek?

The structure is 184 ft (56 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.2 m) and a deck 58 ft wide.

Who owns Emerald Forest DR over Williamson Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.