US Bridges

US 190 over Lampasas River Relief

Good

Lampasas County, Texas · 0.25 MI W of FM 2313 · Structure no. 231410023101033

Built
1943
82 years old, rebuilt 1983
Condition
Good
inspected November 2023
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete
Length
160 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
11,912
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 190 over Lampasas River Relief is a concrete tee beam carrying US 190 over Lampasas River Relief in Lampasas County, Texas. It was built in 1943 and reconstructed in 1983, so it is 82 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 11,912 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,610 by 2033. The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long and 86 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesUS 190
CrossesLampasas River Relief
Location0.25 MI W of FM 2313
RouteU.S. Route 190
StateTexas
Coordinates31.08196, -98.00667
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating62.9 US tons
Inventory rating37 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadH 20
Structure length160 ft (48.8 m)
Longest span40 ft (12.2 m)
Deck width86 ft (26.2 m)
Roadway width84 ft (25.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11,912 (2020)
Projected traffic12,610 by 2033
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 190 over Lampasas River Relief built?

It was built in 1943, making it 82 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1983.

What condition is US 190 over Lampasas River 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does US 190 over Lampasas River Relief carry?

About 11,912 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is US 190 over Lampasas River Relief?

The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 86 ft wide.

Who owns US 190 over Lampasas River Relief?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.