US 290 WB Ml over Bwy 8 Frontage Rds
FairHarris County, Texas · US 290 at Beltway 8 · Structure no. 121020005009119
- Built
- 1990
- 35 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2022
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 770 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 97,535
- 2016 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 290 WB Ml over Bwy 8 Frontage Rds is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 290 WB Ml over Bwy 8 Frontage Rds in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 years old, younger 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 97,535 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 112,790 by 2033. The structure is 770 ft (234.7 m) long and 71 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 290 WB Ml over Bwy 8 Frontage Rds built?
It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 290 WB Ml over Bwy 8 Frontage Rds 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 October 2022.
How much traffic does US 290 WB Ml over Bwy 8 Frontage Rds carry?
About 97,535 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is US 290 WB Ml over Bwy 8 Frontage Rds?
The structure is 770 ft (234.7 m) long with a longest span of 130 ft (39.6 m) and a deck 71 ft wide.
Who owns US 290 WB Ml over Bwy 8 Frontage Rds?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.