US Bridges

Barker-Cypress RD over US 290

Good

Harris County, Texas · 4.50 MI NW of FM 1960 · Structure no. 121020005006509

Built
1991
34 years old, rebuilt 2014
Condition
Good
inspected November 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
362 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
6,800
2012 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Barker-Cypress RD over US 290 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Barker-Cypress RD over US 290 in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 1991 and reconstructed in 2014, so it is 34 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 6,800 vehicles a day, projected to reach 6,800 by 2032. The structure is 362 ft (110.3 m) long and 100 ft wide.

CarriesBarker-Cypress RD
CrossesUS 290
Location4.50 MI NW of FM 1960
RouteCounty Highway 0
StateTexas
Coordinates29.95286, -95.67352
Functional classUrban Collector

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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
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 spans1 (+3 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length362 ft (110.3 m)
Longest span150 ft (45.7 m)
Deck width100 ft (30.5 m)
Roadway width97 ft (29.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,800 (2012)
Projected traffic6,800 by 2032
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate 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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Barker-Cypress RD over US 290 built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2014.

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

About 6,800 vehicles per day (2012 count).

How long is Barker-Cypress RD over US 290?

The structure is 362 ft (110.3 m) long with a longest span of 150 ft (45.7 m) and a deck 100 ft wide.

Who owns Barker-Cypress RD over US 290?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.