US 290 over Cummins Creek
GoodLee County, Texas · 1.8 MI E of FM 141 · Structure no. 141440011407082
- Built
- 1947
- 78 years old, rebuilt 1984
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 80 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 22,401
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 290 over Cummins Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying US 290 over Cummins Creek in Lee County, Texas. It was built in 1947 and reconstructed in 1984, so it is 78 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 22,401 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 25,398 by 2039. The structure is 80 ft (24.4 m) long and 68 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 290 over Cummins Creek built?
It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1984.
What condition is US 290 over Cummins 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does US 290 over Cummins Creek carry?
About 22,401 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is US 290 over Cummins Creek?
The structure is 80 ft (24.4 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 68 ft wide.
Who owns US 290 over Cummins Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.