US Bridges

US 190 over Neches River Relief

Fair

Jasper County, Texas · 0.86 MI E of Tyler C/L · Structure no. 201220021308105

Built
1995
30 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Concrete
Length
200 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
4,611
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 190 over Neches River Relief is a concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 190 over Neches River Relief in Jasper County, Texas. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 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 4,611 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,960 by 2033. The structure is 200 ft (61 m) long and 49 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.2 mi (39 km).

CarriesUS 190
CrossesNeches River Relief
Location0.86 MI E of Tyler C/L
RouteU.S. Route 190
StateTexas
Coordinates30.85312, -94.18326
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length200 ft (61 m)
Longest span40 ft (12.2 m)
Deck width49 ft (15 m)
Roadway width47 ft (14.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,611 (2022)
Projected traffic6,960 by 2033
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed24.2 mi (39 km)
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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 190 over Neches River Relief built?

It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 190 over Neches River Relief 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does US 190 over Neches River Relief carry?

About 4,611 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is US 190 over Neches River Relief?

The structure is 200 ft (61 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 49 ft wide.

Who owns US 190 over Neches River Relief?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.