US Bridges

US 290 over Cypress-Rosehill RD

Good

Harris County, Texas · 1.95 MI NW of Barker-Cypr · Structure no. 121020005006148

Built
1994
31 years old, rebuilt 2018
Condition
Good
inspected November 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
307 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
61,738
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 290 over Cypress-Rosehill RD is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 290 over Cypress-Rosehill RD in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 1994 and reconstructed in 2018, so it is 31 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 61,738 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 95,920 by 2033. The structure is 307 ft (93.6 m) long and 175 ft wide.

CarriesUS 290
CrossesCypress-Rosehill RD
Location1.95 MI NW of Barker-Cypr
RouteU.S. Route 290
StateTexas
Coordinates29.97369, -95.69977
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 geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length307 ft (93.6 m)
Longest span117 ft (35.7 m)
Deck width175 ft (53.2 m)
Roadway width169 ft (51.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic61,738 (2020)
Projected traffic95,920 by 2033
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 Cypress-Rosehill RD built?

It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2018.

What condition is US 290 over Cypress-Rosehill 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 Cypress-Rosehill RD carry?

About 61,738 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is US 290 over Cypress-Rosehill RD?

The structure is 307 ft (93.6 m) long with a longest span of 117 ft (35.7 m) and a deck 175 ft wide.

Who owns US 290 over Cypress-Rosehill RD?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.