US 90 WB over Prairie Clay Gully
FairLiberty County, Texas · 1.7 MI W of Jefferson C/L · Structure no. 201460002805035
- Built
- 1928
- 97 years old, rebuilt 1970
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 92 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,176
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 90 WB over Prairie Clay Gully is a concrete slab carrying US 90 WB over Prairie Clay Gully in Liberty County, Texas. It was built in 1928 and reconstructed in 1970, so it is 97 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 5,176 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,920 by 2031. The structure is 92 ft (28 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 90 WB over Prairie Clay Gully built?
It was built in 1928, making it 97 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1970.
What condition is US 90 WB over Prairie Clay Gully in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in May 2024.
How much traffic does US 90 WB over Prairie Clay Gully carry?
About 5,176 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is US 90 WB over Prairie Clay Gully?
The structure is 92 ft (28 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.8 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.
Who owns US 90 WB over Prairie Clay Gully?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.