US Bridges

US 190 WB over Wickson Creek

Good

Brazos County, Texas · 0.7 MI SW of FM 2776 · Structure no. 170210011701089

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Other
Prestressed Concrete
Length
200 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
8,240
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 190 WB over Wickson Creek is a prestressed concrete other carrying US 190 WB over Wickson Creek in Brazos County, Texas. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 years old, younger 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 8,240 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,540 by 2033. The structure is 200 ft (61 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 190 WB
CrossesWickson Creek
Location0.7 MI SW of FM 2776
RouteU.S. Route 190
StateTexas
Coordinates30.74182, -96.31707
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeOther
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length200 ft (61 m)
Longest span50 ft (15.2 m)
Deck width39 ft (12 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,240 (2013)
Projected traffic11,540 by 2033
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 190 WB over Wickson Creek built?

It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 190 WB over Wickson 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does US 190 WB over Wickson Creek carry?

About 8,240 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is US 190 WB over Wickson Creek?

The structure is 200 ft (61 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.

Who owns US 190 WB over Wickson Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.