US Bridges

US 90 over Mud Creek Relief

Good

Kinney County, Texas · 2.00 MI E of Valverde C/L · Structure no. 221360002302058

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
85 ft
10 main spans
Daily traffic
3,189
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 90 over Mud Creek Relief is a concrete culvert carrying US 90 over Mud Creek Relief in Kinney County, Texas. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 years old, older 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 3,189 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,220 by 2036. The structure is 85 ft (25.9 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 18 mi (29 km).

Location

Open in Google Maps
CarriesUS 90
CrossesMud Creek Relief
Location2.00 MI E of Valverde C/L
RouteU.S. Route 90
CountyKinney County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.38004, -100.67274
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
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans10
Design loadHS 20
Structure length85 ft (25.9 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width47 ft (14.4 m)
Roadway width45 ft (13.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,189 (2020)
Projected traffic5,220 by 2036
Trucks19%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed18 mi (29 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

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 Mud Creek Relief built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 90 over Mud Creek Relief 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does US 90 over Mud Creek Relief carry?

About 3,189 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.

How long is US 90 over Mud Creek Relief?

The structure is 85 ft (25.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.

Who owns US 90 over Mud Creek Relief?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.