US 290 over Middle Creek
GoodBlanco County, Texas · 4.3 MI E of US 281 · Structure no. 140160011306067
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 151 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,346
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 290 over Middle Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 290 over Middle Creek in Blanco County, Texas. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 8,346 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,440 by 2039. The structure is 151 ft (46 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.9 mi (40 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 Middle Creek built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 290 over Middle 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 Middle Creek carry?
About 8,346 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is US 290 over Middle Creek?
The structure is 151 ft (46 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns US 290 over Middle Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.