US Bridges

US 290 over Arneloer Branch

Good

Gillespie County, Texas · 1.6 MI E of FM 1623 S · Structure no. 140870011302042

Built
1955
70 years old, rebuilt 1971
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
7,761
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 290 over Arneloer Branch is a concrete culvert carrying US 290 over Arneloer Branch in Gillespie County, Texas. It was built in 1955 and reconstructed in 1971, so it is 70 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 7,761 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,250 by 2033. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesUS 290
CrossesArneloer Branch
Location1.6 MI E of FM 1623 S
RouteU.S. Route 290
StateTexas
Coordinates30.23447, -98.62516
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 inspectionApril 2023
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 loadOther
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,761 (2020)
Projected traffic7,250 by 2033
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 290 over Arneloer Branch built?

It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1971.

What condition is US 290 over Arneloer Branch 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does US 290 over Arneloer Branch carry?

About 7,761 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is US 290 over Arneloer Branch?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns US 290 over Arneloer Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.