US Bridges

US 290 over Mueschke RD

Good

Harris County, Texas · 2.85 MI NW of Barker-Cypr · Structure no. 121020005006139

Built
2002
23 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
288 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
65,080
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 290 over Mueschke RD is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 290 over Mueschke RD in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 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 65,080 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 95,920 by 2033. The structure is 288 ft (87.8 m) long and 174 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesUS 290
CrossesMueschke RD
Location2.85 MI NW of Barker-Cypr
RouteU.S. Route 290
StateTexas
Coordinates29.97899, -95.71665
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length288 ft (87.8 m)
Longest span118 ft (36 m)
Deck width174 ft (53 m)
Roadway width70 ft (21.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic65,080 (2020)
Projected traffic95,920 by 2033
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure7
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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 statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 290 over Mueschke RD built?

It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 290 over Mueschke RD 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 2022.

How much traffic does US 290 over Mueschke RD carry?

About 65,080 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is US 290 over Mueschke RD?

The structure is 288 ft (87.8 m) long with a longest span of 118 ft (36 m) and a deck 174 ft wide.

Who owns US 290 over Mueschke RD?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.