US 290 WB Ml over Cole Creek
FairHarris County, Texas · 0.9 MI SE of Beltway 8 · Structure no. 121020005009482
- Built
- 2016
- 9 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 344 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 97,535
- 2016 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 290 WB Ml over Cole Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 290 WB Ml over Cole Creek in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 2016, so it is 9 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 253,000 by 2033. The structure is 344 ft (104.9 m) long and 108 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 290 WB Ml over Cole Creek built?
It was built in 2016, making it 9 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 290 WB Ml over Cole Creek 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 2024.
How much traffic does US 290 WB Ml over Cole Creek carry?
About 97,535 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is US 290 WB Ml over Cole Creek?
The structure is 344 ft (104.9 m) long with a longest span of 120 ft (36.6 m) and a deck 108 ft wide.
Who owns US 290 WB Ml over Cole Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.