US Bridges

US 90A over Middle Sandy Creek

Good

Colorado County, Texas · 2.15 MI E of FM 2437 · Structure no. 130450044602039

Built
2015
10 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
150 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
3,428
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 90A over Middle Sandy Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 90A over Middle Sandy Creek in Colorado County, Texas. It was built in 2015, so it is 10 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 3,428 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,799 by 2041. The structure is 150 ft (45.7 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.1 mi (34 km).

CarriesUS 90A
CrossesMiddle Sandy Creek
Location2.15 MI E of FM 2437
RouteU.S. Route 90
StateTexas
Coordinates29.50875, -96.63886
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to 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

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1 (+2 approach)
Design loadHL 93
Structure length150 ft (45.7 m)
Longest span70 ft (21.3 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width43 ft (13.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,428 (2021)
Projected traffic4,799 by 2041
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed21.1 mi (34 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 90A over Middle Sandy Creek built?

It was built in 2015, making it 10 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 90A over Middle Sandy 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does US 90A over Middle Sandy Creek carry?

About 3,428 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is US 90A over Middle Sandy Creek?

The structure is 150 ft (45.7 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns US 90A over Middle Sandy Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.