West Fifth Street Bridge at Shoal Creek
West Fifth Street Bridge at Shoal Creek, Road bridge crossing Shoal Creek in downtown Austin, United States
The West Fifth Street Bridge stretches 112 feet long and 52.5 feet wide, featuring a central arch that spans 44 feet between concrete piers.
The bridge opened in 1931 as part of Austin's 1928 master plan, constructed at a cost of $31,650 to connect downtown with western residential areas.
The structure represents early twentieth-century engineering practices in Texas, demonstrating the period's emphasis on combining infrastructure with architectural design.
Located at coordinates 30.269556, -97.752361, the bridge underwent substantial repairs in 2008 to reinforce the deck and fix concrete damages.
This cantilever concrete girder bridge stands among few curved examples in Texas, earning National Register of Historic Places recognition in 2019.
Location: Austin
Location: Travis County
Address: West Fifth Street at Shoal Creek
GPS coordinates: 30.26956,-97.75236
Latest update: November 28, 2025 14:29
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