Southwest Pkwy EB over Gaines Creek
GoodTravis County, Texas · 0.50 MI W of Loop 1 · Structure no. 142270B05510003
- Built
- 1988
- 37 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 55 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10,908
- 2020 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Southwest Pkwy EB over Gaines Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Southwest Pkwy EB 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 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 10,908 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,000 by 2034. The structure is 55 ft (16.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Southwest Pkwy EB over Gaines Creek built?
It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.
What condition is Southwest Pkwy EB over Gaines 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 Southwest Pkwy EB over Gaines Creek carry?
About 10,908 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Southwest Pkwy EB over Gaines Creek?
The structure is 55 ft (16.8 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).
Who owns Southwest Pkwy EB over Gaines Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.