US 290 over Town Creek
GoodBlanco County, Texas · 0.6 MI W of US 281 · Structure no. 140160011304013
- Built
- 1924
- 101 years old, rebuilt 1954
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,665
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 290 over Town Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 290 over Town Creek in Blanco County, Texas. It was built in 1924 and reconstructed in 1954, so it is 101 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 9,665 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,330 by 2033. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 61 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 51 mi (82 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 290 over Town Creek built?
It was built in 1924, making it 101 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1954.
What condition is US 290 over Town 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 290 over Town Creek carry?
About 9,665 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is US 290 over Town Creek?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 61 ft wide.
Who owns US 290 over Town Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.