US Bridges

US 190 over Turkey Run Creek

Good

Coryell County, Texas · 1.58 MI NE of FM 116 · Structure no. 090500023102029

Built
1943
82 years old, rebuilt 1976
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
32,996
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 190 over Turkey Run Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 190 over Turkey Run Creek in Coryell County, Texas. It was built in 1943 and reconstructed in 1976, so it is 82 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 32,996 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 65,840 by 2033. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 122 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 190
CrossesTurkey Run Creek
Location1.58 MI NE of FM 116
RouteU.S. Route 190
CountyCoryell County
StateTexas
Coordinates31.12018, -97.88766
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

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 inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
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 length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width122 ft (37.3 m)
Roadway width92 ft (28 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic32,996 (2023)
Projected traffic65,840 by 2033
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure7
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$300,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 190 over Turkey Run Creek built?

It was built in 1943, making it 82 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1976.

What condition is US 190 over Turkey Run 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does US 190 over Turkey Run Creek carry?

About 32,996 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is US 190 over Turkey Run Creek?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 122 ft wide.

Who owns US 190 over Turkey Run Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.