US Bridges

Hilton Head DR over Forest Creek

Good

Williamson County, Texas · 0.30 MI E of Forest Creek · Structure no. 142460E03460001

Built
1990
35 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
52 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
1,338
2020 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Hilton Head DR over Forest Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Hilton Head DR over Forest Creek in Williamson County, Texas. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 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 1,338 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,500 by 2030. The structure is 52 ft (15.9 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

CarriesHilton Head DR
CrossesForest Creek
Location0.30 MI E of Forest Creek
RouteCity Street 0
StateTexas
Coordinates30.51366, -97.5988
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 inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length52 ft (15.9 m)
Longest span13 ft (4 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.2 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,338 (2020)
Projected traffic1,500 by 2030
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 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 Hilton Head DR over Forest Creek built?

It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.

What condition is Hilton Head DR over Forest 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does Hilton Head DR over Forest Creek carry?

About 1,338 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is Hilton Head DR over Forest Creek?

The structure is 52 ft (15.9 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns Hilton Head DR over Forest Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.