Barton Creek Bridge

Barton Creek Bridge is a road bridge crossing a creek in Texas, constructed using a cable-stayed system. The structure displays typical engineering features of the late 1800s and remains visible to visitors today.

The bridge was built in 1890 by the Runyon Bridge Company and served as an important crossing for the region. A newer road replaced it in the 1930s, yet the structure survives as a historical reminder of that era.

The bridge stands as a representation of Texas transportation infrastructure development, documented in the Historic American Engineering Record.

The structure can be reached on foot by following local paths in the area. Visitors should be prepared for uneven ground and the conditions of the aging structure.

This cable-stayed bridge type was common across Texas in the 1800s, yet only a few examples remain standing today. The bridge reflects the same construction methods engineers used for similar crossings throughout the region during that period.

Location: Texas

GPS coordinates: 32.50610,-98.35040

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:43