US 290 Bus over Little Mound Creek
FairHarris County, Texas · 1.70 MI SE of FM 2920 · Structure no. 121020005006026
- Built
- 1928
- 97 years old, rebuilt 1963
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 27 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,750
- 2013 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 290 Bus over Little Mound Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 290 Bus over Little Mound Creek in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 1928 and reconstructed in 1963, so it is 97 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 1,750 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,450 by 2033. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 290 Bus over Little Mound Creek built?
It was built in 1928, making it 97 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1963.
What condition is US 290 Bus over Little Mound Creek 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 290 Bus over Little Mound Creek carry?
About 1,750 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is US 290 Bus over Little Mound Creek?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns US 290 Bus over Little Mound Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.