US 290 over South Grape Creek
GoodGillespie County, Texas · 9.9 MI E of US 87 · Structure no. 140870011302468
- Built
- 2008
- 17 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 240 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,151
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 290 over South Grape Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 290 over South Grape Creek in Gillespie County, Texas. It was built in 2008, so it is 17 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 8,151 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,760 by 2033. The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long and 84 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 290 over South Grape Creek built?
It was built in 2008, making it 17 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 290 over South Grape 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does US 290 over South Grape Creek carry?
About 8,151 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is US 290 over South Grape Creek?
The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 84 ft wide.
Who owns US 290 over South Grape Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.