US Bridges

Nola Ruth RD over Bu 190 Connector

Good

Bell County, Texas · 0.6 MI E of FM 3219 · Structure no. 090140023110097

Built
1976
49 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
196 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,300
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Nola Ruth RD over Bu 190 Connector is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Nola Ruth RD over Bu 190 Connector 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 2,300 vehicles a day, projected to reach 650 by 2030. The structure is 196 ft (59.7 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesNola Ruth RD
CrossesBu 190 Connector
Location0.6 MI E of FM 3219
RouteCity Street 0
CountyBell County
StateTexas
Coordinates31.08218, -97.63967
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
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

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length196 ft (59.7 m)
Longest span96 ft (29.3 m)
Deck width50 ft (15.1 m)
Roadway width48 ft (14.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,300 (2020)
Projected traffic650 by 2030
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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$1.1 million
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Nola Ruth RD over Bu 190 Connector built?

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

What condition is Nola Ruth RD over Bu 190 Connector 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 Nola Ruth RD over Bu 190 Connector carry?

About 2,300 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is Nola Ruth RD over Bu 190 Connector?

The structure is 196 ft (59.7 m) long with a longest span of 96 ft (29.3 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.

Who owns Nola Ruth RD over Bu 190 Connector?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.