US 290 over Williams Creek
FairBlanco County, Texas · 2.0 MI W of FM 1320 · Structure no. 140160011303043
- Built
- 1955
- 70 years old, rebuilt 1966
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 200 ft
- 8 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,316
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 290 over Williams Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying US 290 over Williams Creek in Blanco County, Texas. It was built in 1955 and reconstructed in 1966, so it is 70 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 7,316 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,630 by 2033. The structure is 200 ft (61 m) long and 54 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 290 over Williams Creek built?
It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1966.
What condition is US 290 over Williams Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in April 2023.
How much traffic does US 290 over Williams Creek carry?
About 7,316 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is US 290 over Williams Creek?
The structure is 200 ft (61 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 54 ft wide.
Who owns US 290 over Williams Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.