US Bridges

Wells Branch Pkwy over Harris Branch

Fair

Travis County, Texas · 0.40 MI SE of FM 1825 · Structure no. 142270B05905001

Built
1995
30 years old, rebuilt 2009
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
40 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
26,205
2020 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Wells Branch Pkwy over Harris Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Wells Branch Pkwy over Harris Branch in Travis County, Texas. It was built in 1995 and reconstructed in 2009, 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 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 26,205 vehicles a day, projected to reach 10,000 by 2034. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesWells Branch Pkwy
CrossesHarris Branch
Location0.40 MI SE of FM 1825
RouteCity Street 0
CountyTravis County
StateTexas
Coordinates30.43853, -97.65948
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionFebruary 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 spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length40 ft (12.2 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic26,205 (2020)
Projected traffic10,000 by 2034
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Wells Branch Pkwy over Harris Branch built?

It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2009.

What condition is Wells Branch Pkwy over Harris Branch 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does Wells Branch Pkwy over Harris Branch carry?

About 26,205 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is Wells Branch Pkwy over Harris Branch?

The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns Wells Branch Pkwy over Harris Branch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.