US Bridges

US 190 over Clear Creek Branch

Fair

Coryell County, Texas · 0.20 MI NE of FM 116 · Structure no. 090500023102129

Built
1943
82 years old, rebuilt 1983
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
15,137
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 190 over Clear Creek Branch is a concrete culvert carrying US 190 over Clear Creek Branch in Coryell County, Texas. It was built in 1943 and reconstructed in 1983, 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 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 15,137 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 44,020 by 2033. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 190
CrossesClear Creek Branch
Location0.20 MI NE of FM 116
RouteU.S. Route 190
CountyCoryell County
StateTexas
Coordinates31.11324, -97.90795
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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
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
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length21 ft (6.4 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 traffic15,137 (2020)
Projected traffic44,020 by 2033
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 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$600,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 190 over Clear Creek Branch built?

It was built in 1943, making it 82 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1983.

What condition is US 190 over Clear Creek Branch 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does US 190 over Clear Creek Branch carry?

About 15,137 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is US 190 over Clear Creek Branch?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns US 190 over Clear Creek Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.