US Bridges

Republic of Texas over Gaines Creek

Good

Travis County, Texas · 0.05 MI N of SW Pkwy · Structure no. 142270B05800004

Built
1995
30 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
34 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
7,363
2023 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Republic of Texas over Gaines Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Republic of Texas over Gaines Creek in Travis County, Texas. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 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 7,363 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,500 by 2034. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesRepublic of Texas
CrossesGaines Creek
Location0.05 MI N of SW Pkwy
RouteCity Street 0
CountyTravis County
StateTexas
Coordinates30.24111, -97.83036
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
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
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length34 ft (10.4 m)
Longest span17 ft (5.2 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,363 (2023)
Projected traffic7,500 by 2034
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
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$4,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Republic of Texas over Gaines Creek built?

It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.

What condition is Republic of Texas 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 Republic of Texas over Gaines Creek carry?

About 7,363 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Republic of Texas over Gaines Creek?

The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 17 ft (5.2 m).

Who owns Republic of Texas over Gaines Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.