US Bridges

US 90 over Pinchback Outfall

Fair

Jefferson County, Texas · 0.6 MI E of FM 364 · Structure no. 201240002807130

Built
1964
61 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
80 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
25,046
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 90 over Pinchback Outfall is a concrete continuous slab carrying US 90 over Pinchback Outfall in Jefferson County, Texas. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 25,046 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 31,130 by 2033. The structure is 80 ft (24.4 m) long and 97 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 90
CrossesPinchback Outfall
Location0.6 MI E of FM 364
RouteU.S. Route 90
CountyJefferson County
StateTexas
Coordinates30.06755, -94.17943
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
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
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating65 US tons
Inventory rating39 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length80 ft (24.4 m)
Longest span30 ft (9.1 m)
Deck width97 ft (29.6 m)
Roadway width88 ft (26.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic25,046 (2022)
Projected traffic31,130 by 2033
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure7
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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 Pinchback Outfall built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 90 over Pinchback Outfall 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 Pinchback Outfall carry?

About 25,046 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is US 90 over Pinchback Outfall?

The structure is 80 ft (24.4 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 97 ft wide.

Who owns US 90 over Pinchback Outfall?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.