US Bridges

US 90A over W Sandy Crk Relief

Good

Colorado County, Texas · 0.3 MI E of Lavaca C/L · Structure no. 130450044602030

Built
1950
75 years old, rebuilt 2021
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
34 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,866
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 90A over W Sandy Crk Relief is a concrete culvert carrying US 90A over W Sandy Crk Relief in Colorado County, Texas. It was built in 1950 and reconstructed in 2021, so it is 75 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 2,866 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,688 by 2041. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long and 59 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).

CarriesUS 90A
CrossesW Sandy Crk Relief
Location0.3 MI E of Lavaca C/L
RouteU.S. Route 90
StateTexas
Coordinates29.48576, -96.70043
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length34 ft (10.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width59 ft (18.1 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,866 (2021)
Projected traffic3,688 by 2041
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed14.9 mi (24 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 90A over W Sandy Crk Relief built?

It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2021.

What condition is US 90A over W Sandy Crk 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does US 90A over W Sandy Crk Relief carry?

About 2,866 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is US 90A over W Sandy Crk Relief?

The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 59 ft wide.

Who owns US 90A over W Sandy Crk Relief?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.