US Bridges

US 190 over Bear Creek

Good

Jasper County, Texas · 0.40 MI W of Newton C/L · Structure no. 201220024403073

Built
2000
25 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
105 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
3,442
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 190 over Bear Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 190 over Bear Creek in Jasper County, Texas. It was built in 2000, so it is 25 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 3,442 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,819 by 2042. The structure is 105 ft (32 m) long and 70 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).

CarriesUS 190
CrossesBear Creek
Location0.40 MI W of Newton C/L
RouteU.S. Route 190
StateTexas
Coordinates30.89555, -93.87516
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMarch 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 rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length105 ft (32 m)
Longest span105 ft (32 m)
Deck width70 ft (21.3 m)
Roadway width67 ft (20.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,442 (2022)
Projected traffic4,819 by 2042
Trucks17%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.8 mi (19 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 Bear Creek built?

It was built in 2000, making it 25 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 190 over Bear Creek 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does US 190 over Bear Creek carry?

About 3,442 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.

How long is US 190 over Bear Creek?

The structure is 105 ft (32 m) long with a longest span of 105 ft (32 m) and a deck 70 ft wide.

Who owns US 190 over Bear Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.