US Bridges

US 190 over Gooch Branch

Good

Lampasas County, Texas · 1.40 MI NE of US 183 · Structure no. 231410023101131

Built
1938
87 years old, rebuilt 1986
Condition
Good
inspected November 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
24 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
12,926
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 190 over Gooch Branch is a concrete culvert carrying US 190 over Gooch Branch in Lampasas County, Texas. It was built in 1938 and reconstructed in 1986, so it is 87 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 12,926 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,890 by 2033. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long and 90 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 190
CrossesGooch Branch
Location1.40 MI NE of US 183
RouteU.S. Route 190
CountyLampasas County
StateTexas
Coordinates31.06491, -98.1586
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than 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 spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width90 ft (27.5 m)
Roadway width74 ft (22.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,926 (2020)
Projected traffic13,890 by 2033
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
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 Gooch Branch built?

It was built in 1938, making it 87 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1986.

What condition is US 190 over Gooch Branch 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 Gooch Branch carry?

About 12,926 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is US 190 over Gooch Branch?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 90 ft wide.

Who owns US 190 over Gooch Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.