US Bridges

Bu 190 over Spur 172

Good

Bell County, Texas · 2.30 MI E of Coryell C/L · Structure no. 090140023107087

Built
1976
49 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
317 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
14,950
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Bu 190 over Spur 172 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Bu 190 over Spur 172 in Bell County, Texas. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 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 14,950 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,930 by 2035. The structure is 317 ft (96.6 m) long and 94 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesBu 190
CrossesSpur 172
Location2.30 MI E of Coryell C/L
RouteState Highway 190
StateTexas
Coordinates31.12179, -97.76989
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum 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, cast-in-place
Main spans3 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length317 ft (96.6 m)
Longest span77 ft (23.5 m)
Deck width94 ft (28.6 m)
Roadway width92 ft (28 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,950 (2015)
Projected traffic20,930 by 2035
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesOverpass structure at an interchange
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$1.8 million
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Bu 190 over Spur 172 built?

It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.

What condition is Bu 190 over Spur 172 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 Bu 190 over Spur 172 carry?

About 14,950 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is Bu 190 over Spur 172?

The structure is 317 ft (96.6 m) long with a longest span of 77 ft (23.5 m) and a deck 94 ft wide.

Who owns Bu 190 over Spur 172?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.