US Bridges

Briggs Boulevard over Spring Creek

PoorPosted for load

Victoria County, Texas · 0.69 MI NE of Lp 463 · Structure no. 132350B00140002

Built
1964
61 years old, rebuilt 1982
Condition
Poor
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
26 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,698
2022 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Briggs Boulevard over Spring Creek is a steel culvert carrying Briggs Boulevard over Spring Creek in Victoria County, Texas. It was built in 1964 and reconstructed in 1982, so it is 61 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 4,698 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,577 by 2042. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesBriggs Boulevard
CrossesSpring Creek
Location0.69 MI NE of Lp 463
RouteCity Street 0
StateTexas
Coordinates28.8654, -97.01679
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourScour critical; extensive scour has occurred
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length26 ft (7.9 m)
Longest span25 ft (7.6 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,698 (2022)
Projected traffic6,577 by 2042
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 Briggs Boulevard over Spring Creek built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1982.

What condition is Briggs Boulevard over Spring Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in February 2024.

How much traffic does Briggs Boulevard over Spring Creek carry?

About 4,698 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Briggs Boulevard over Spring Creek?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m).

Who owns Briggs Boulevard over Spring Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.