US Bridges

US 190 / SH 21 EB over Sand Creek Relief

Good

Brazos County, Texas · 2.95 MI SW of FM 974 · Structure no. 170210011702042

Built
2013
12 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
43 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
7,900
2011 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 190 / SH 21 EB over Sand Creek Relief is a concrete culvert carrying US 190 / SH 21 EB over Sand Creek Relief in Brazos County, Texas. It was built in 2013, so it is 12 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 7,900 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,060 by 2031. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 190 / SH 21 EB
CrossesSand Creek Relief
Location2.95 MI SW of FM 974
RouteU.S. Route 190
StateTexas
Coordinates30.81536, -96.23242
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 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
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 typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHL 93
Structure length43 ft (13.1 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,900 (2011)
Projected traffic11,060 by 2031
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
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 / SH 21 EB over Sand Creek Relief built?

It was built in 2013, making it 12 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 190 / SH 21 EB over Sand Creek Relief 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 / SH 21 EB over Sand Creek Relief carry?

About 7,900 vehicles per day (2011 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is US 190 / SH 21 EB over Sand Creek Relief?

The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns US 190 / SH 21 EB over Sand Creek Relief?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.