Southwest Pkwy over Gaines Creek
FairTravis County, Texas · 0.90 MI W of Loop 1 · Structure no. 142270B05510002
- Built
- 1988
- 37 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 45 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 19,248
- 2020 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Southwest Pkwy over Gaines Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Southwest Pkwy over Gaines Creek 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 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 19,248 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,000 by 2034. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Southwest Pkwy over Gaines Creek built?
It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.
What condition is Southwest Pkwy over Gaines Creek 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does Southwest Pkwy over Gaines Creek carry?
About 19,248 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Southwest Pkwy over Gaines Creek?
The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).
Who owns Southwest Pkwy over Gaines Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.