US 290 over Pedernales River
FairKimble County, Texas · 0.90 MI E of FM 479 · Structure no. 071340011201022
- Built
- 1939
- 86 years old, rebuilt 1971
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 140 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,682
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 290 over Pedernales River is a concrete tee beam carrying US 290 over Pedernales River in Kimble County, Texas. It was built in 1939 and reconstructed in 1971, so it is 86 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 2,682 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,866 by 2042. The structure is 140 ft (42.7 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 47.8 mi (77 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 290 over Pedernales River built?
It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1971.
What condition is US 290 over Pedernales River 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 290 over Pedernales River carry?
About 2,682 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is US 290 over Pedernales River?
The structure is 140 ft (42.7 m) long with a longest span of 35 ft (10.7 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.
Who owns US 290 over Pedernales River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.