US Bridges

Southwest Bypass over Georgetown RR

Good

Williamson County, Texas · 0.2 MI W of IH 35 · Structure no. 142460D01701003

Built
2019
6 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
860 ft
8 main spans
Daily traffic
20,300
2018 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Southwest Bypass over Georgetown RR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Southwest Bypass over Georgetown RR in Williamson County, Texas. It was built in 2019, so it is 6 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 20,300 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 398 by 2038. The structure is 860 ft (262.1 m) long and 49 ft wide.

CarriesSouthwest Bypass
CrossesGeorgetown RR
Location0.2 MI W of IH 35
StateTexas
Coordinates30.60521, -97.69066
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans8
Design loadHL 93
Structure length860 ft (262.1 m)
Longest span127 ft (38.7 m)
Deck width49 ft (14.9 m)
Roadway width47 ft (14.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic20,300 (2018)
Projected traffic398 by 2038
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed—
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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Southwest Bypass over Georgetown RR built?

It was built in 2019, making it 6 years old in 2025.

What condition is Southwest Bypass over Georgetown RR 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does Southwest Bypass over Georgetown RR carry?

About 20,300 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is Southwest Bypass over Georgetown RR?

The structure is 860 ft (262.1 m) long with a longest span of 127 ft (38.7 m) and a deck 49 ft wide.

Who owns Southwest Bypass over Georgetown RR?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.