US 90 over San Francisco Creek
FairBrewster County, Texas · 9.2 MI E of US 385 N · Structure no. 240220002103006
- Built
- 1925
- 100 years old, rebuilt 1959
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 72 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 292
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 90 over San Francisco Creek is a concrete slab carrying US 90 over San Francisco Creek in Brewster County, Texas. It was built in 1925 and reconstructed in 1959, so it is 100 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 5 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 292 vehicles a day, roughly 28% of them trucks, projected to reach 490 by 2033. The structure is 72 ft (21.9 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 47.2 mi (76 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 90 over San Francisco Creek built?
It was built in 1925, making it 100 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1959.
What condition is US 90 over San Francisco 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 90 over San Francisco Creek carry?
About 292 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 28% are trucks.
How long is US 90 over San Francisco Creek?
The structure is 72 ft (21.9 m) long with a longest span of 18 ft (5.5 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns US 90 over San Francisco Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.