US Bridges

Salem Hill DR over Williamson Creek Branch

Good

Travis County, Texas · 0.2 MI NW Emerald Forest · Structure no. 142270B03014001

Built
1972
53 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
15
2010 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Salem Hill DR over Williamson Creek Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Salem Hill DR over Williamson Creek Branch in Travis County, Texas. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 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 15 vehicles a day, projected to reach 50 by 2032. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long and 25 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

CarriesSalem Hill DR
CrossesWilliamson Creek Branch
Location0.2 MI NW Emerald Forest
RouteCity Street 0
StateTexas
Coordinates30.21543, -97.78949
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
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
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
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width25 ft (7.5 m)
Roadway width22 ft (6.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15 (2010)
Projected traffic50 by 2032
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 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 proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$50,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Salem Hill DR over Williamson Creek Branch built?

It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.

What condition is Salem Hill DR over Williamson 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does Salem Hill DR over Williamson Creek Branch carry?

About 15 vehicles per day (2010 count).

How long is Salem Hill DR over Williamson Creek Branch?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 25 ft wide.

Who owns Salem Hill DR over Williamson Creek Branch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.