US Bridges

US 90 Mainlanes over Sherer Creek

Good

Bexar County, Texas · 0.1 MI E of Medina C/L · Structure no. 150150002407075

Built
1940
85 years old, rebuilt 1971
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
23 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
27,621
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 90 Mainlanes over Sherer Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 90 Mainlanes over Sherer Creek in Bexar County, Texas. It was built in 1940 and reconstructed in 1971, so it is 85 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 27,621 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 46,403 by 2042. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 90 Mainlanes
CrossesSherer Creek
Location0.1 MI E of Medina C/L
RouteU.S. Route 90
StateTexas
Coordinates29.36595, -98.80336
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length23 ft (7 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic27,621 (2022)
Projected traffic46,403 by 2042
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 90 Mainlanes over Sherer Creek built?

It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1971.

What condition is US 90 Mainlanes over Sherer 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does US 90 Mainlanes over Sherer Creek carry?

About 27,621 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is US 90 Mainlanes over Sherer Creek?

The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns US 90 Mainlanes over Sherer Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.