US Bridges

US 90 over Las Moras Creek

Good

Kinney County, Texas · 0.10 MI W of RM 334 · Structure no. 221360002303071

Built
1966
59 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
40 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
3,992
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 90 over Las Moras Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 90 over Las Moras Creek in Kinney County, Texas. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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 3,992 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,670 by 2036. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 90
CrossesLas Moras Creek
Location0.10 MI W of RM 334
RouteU.S. Route 90
StateTexas
Coordinates29.30987, -100.41972
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
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
DeckNot applicable
Main spans6
Design loadHS 20
Structure length40 ft (12.2 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,992 (2020)
Projected traffic6,670 by 2036
Trucks17%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 Las Moras Creek built?

It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 90 over Las Moras 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does US 90 over Las Moras Creek carry?

About 3,992 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.

How long is US 90 over Las Moras Creek?

The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns US 90 over Las Moras Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.