US Bridges

W William Cannon over UP RR

Good

Travis County, Texas · 1.9 MI E of Brodie Lane · Structure no. 142270B03854057

Built
1982
43 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
118 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
30,930
2010 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

W William Cannon over UP RR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying W William Cannon over UP RR in Travis County, Texas. It was built in 1982, so it is 43 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 30,930 vehicles a day, projected to reach 37,200 by 2030. The structure is 118 ft (36 m) long and 88 ft wide.

CarriesW William Cannon
CrossesUP RR
Location1.9 MI E of Brodie Lane
RouteCity Street 0
StateTexas
Coordinates30.20145, -97.80202
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length118 ft (36 m)
Longest span117 ft (35.7 m)
Deck width88 ft (26.8 m)
Roadway width70 ft (21.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic30,930 (2010)
Projected traffic37,200 by 2030
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed—
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 proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$21,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was W William Cannon over UP RR built?

It was built in 1982, making it 43 years old in 2025.

What condition is W William Cannon over UP RR 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 W William Cannon over UP RR carry?

About 30,930 vehicles per day (2010 count).

How long is W William Cannon over UP RR?

The structure is 118 ft (36 m) long with a longest span of 117 ft (35.7 m) and a deck 88 ft wide.

Who owns W William Cannon over UP RR?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.