US Bridges

US 90 over Cotton Creek

Fair

Jefferson County, Texas · 1.8 MI W of SH 326 · Structure no. 201240002806154

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
45 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
7,630
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 90 over Cotton Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 90 over Cotton Creek in Jefferson County, Texas. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 years old, older 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 7,630 vehicles a day, projected to reach 9,780 by 2031. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).

Location

Open in Google Maps
CarriesUS 90
CrossesCotton Creek
Location1.8 MI W of SH 326
RouteU.S. Route 90
CountyJefferson County
StateTexas
Coordinates30.03326, -94.43833
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
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating48.9 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length45 ft (13.7 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,630 (2018)
Projected traffic9,780 by 2031
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure4
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 statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 90 over Cotton Creek built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 90 over Cotton 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does US 90 over Cotton Creek carry?

About 7,630 vehicles per day (2018 count).

How long is US 90 over Cotton Creek?

The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).

Who owns US 90 over Cotton Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.