Bw 8 SB over US 290
GoodHarris County, Texas · US 290 at Beltway 8 · Structure no. 121020005009162
- Built
- 1990
- 35 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2022
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 5,414 ft
- 40 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 31,000
- 2011 count
- Owner
- Toll Authority
- Local Toll Authority
About this bridge
Bw 8 SB over US 290 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Bw 8 SB over US 290 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 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 31,000 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 50,000 by 2029. The structure is 5,414 ft (1,650.2 m) long and 59 ft wide.
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Bw 8 SB over US 290 built?
It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.
What condition is Bw 8 SB 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 October 2022.
How much traffic does Bw 8 SB over US 290 carry?
About 31,000 vehicles per day (2011 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Bw 8 SB over US 290?
The structure is 5,414 ft (1,650.2 m) long with a longest span of 120 ft (36.6 m) and a deck 59 ft wide.
Who owns Bw 8 SB over US 290?
It is owned by the Local Toll Authority.