US Bridges

US 190 over Branch of S Nolan Creek

Good

Bell County, Texas · 0.31 MI W of FM 439 · Structure no. 090140023103023

Built
1939
86 years old, rebuilt 1972
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
17,521
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 190 over Branch of S Nolan Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 190 over Branch of S Nolan Creek in Bell County, Texas. It was built in 1939 and reconstructed in 1972, so it is 86 years old, older 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 17,521 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 73,190 by 2033. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

CarriesUS 190
CrossesBranch of S Nolan Creek
Location0.31 MI W of FM 439
RouteU.S. Route 190
StateTexas
Coordinates31.07844, -97.61306
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

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 inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating65 US tons
Inventory rating39 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic17,521 (2020)
Projected traffic73,190 by 2033
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure11
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$261,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 190 over Branch of S Nolan Creek built?

It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1972.

What condition is US 190 over Branch of S Nolan 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does US 190 over Branch of S Nolan Creek carry?

About 17,521 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is US 190 over Branch of S Nolan Creek?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns US 190 over Branch of S Nolan Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.