US Bridges

Burke DR over Zacate Creek

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Webb County, Texas · 1.10 MI S of Bermuda DR · Structure no. 222400BR8083001

Built
2008
17 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2022
Type
Culvert
Aluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
Length
66 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
250
2014 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Burke DR over Zacate Creek is a aluminum, wrought iron, or cast iron culvert carrying Burke DR over Zacate Creek in Webb County, Texas. It was built in 2008, so it is 17 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 250 vehicles a day, projected to reach 500 by 2035. The structure is 66 ft (20.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesBurke DR
CrossesZacate Creek
Location1.10 MI S of Bermuda DR
RouteCity Street 0
CountyWebb County
StateTexas
Coordinates27.58684, -99.45516
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionDecember 2022
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialAluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length66 ft (20.1 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.6 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic250 (2014)
Projected traffic500 by 2035
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Burke DR over Zacate Creek built?

It was built in 2008, making it 17 years old in 2025.

What condition is Burke DR over Zacate 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 December 2022.

How much traffic does Burke DR over Zacate Creek carry?

About 250 vehicles per day (2014 count).

How long is Burke DR over Zacate Creek?

The structure is 66 ft (20.1 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m).

Who owns Burke DR over Zacate Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.