Metric Blvd over Wells Branch Trib
GoodTravis County, Texas · 0.50 MI S of Howard LN · Structure no. 142270B04114003
- Built
- 1988
- 37 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Steel
- Length
- 54 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10,296
- 2020 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Metric Blvd over Wells Branch Trib is a steel arch - deck carrying Metric Blvd over Wells Branch Trib in Travis County, Texas. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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 10,296 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,444 by 2042. The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long and 121 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Metric Blvd over Wells Branch Trib built?
It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.
What condition is Metric Blvd over Wells Branch Trib 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 Metric Blvd over Wells Branch Trib carry?
About 10,296 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is Metric Blvd over Wells Branch Trib?
The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long with a longest span of 27 ft (8.2 m) and a deck 121 ft wide.
Who owns Metric Blvd over Wells Branch Trib?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.