US 190 over Cottonwood Branch
GoodLampasas County, Texas · 5.10 MI E of San Saba C/L · Structure no. 231410027205030
- Built
- 1940
- 85 years old, rebuilt 2023
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 27 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,613
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 190 over Cottonwood Branch is a concrete culvert carrying US 190 over Cottonwood Branch in Lampasas County, Texas. It was built in 1940 and reconstructed in 2023, so it is 85 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 1,613 vehicles a day, roughly 28% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,413 by 2038. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 190 over Cottonwood Branch built?
It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2023.
What condition is US 190 over Cottonwood 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does US 190 over Cottonwood Branch carry?
About 1,613 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 28% are trucks.
How long is US 190 over Cottonwood Branch?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).
Who owns US 190 over Cottonwood Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.